Echeveria purpusorum is a delightful succulent that will add a touch of unique elegance to any plant collection. This small and slow-growing plant features oval-shaped, thick leaves that come in deep olive-green, grey-green, or white-green hues, with striking reddish-brown markings that add to its appeal. As it matures, the colors deepen to shades of red, creating a stunning contrast with earthy tones.
This plant produces a tight, usually solitary rosette that slowly grows up to 8cm in diameter and height. Occasionally, it will produce a few offsets, but it is primarily a solitary grower. The leaves are ovate or triangular-ovate, sharp-edged, up to 4cm long and 2.5cm wide, with a pointy apex that gives them an interesting shape.
In late spring, Echeveria purpusorum produces scarlet-red flowers with yellow tips on a stem up to 30cm long, adding a burst of color to its already beautiful appearance. This plant is a rare species, and most of the plants labeled as E. purpusorum are usually hybrids. One of the hybrids is Echeveria 'Dionysos', which has plumper leaves than the slender leaves of E. purpusorum.
Growing and caring for Echeveria purpusorum is not complicated, as it is a hardy succulent that thrives in plenty of light and careful watering habits. Ensure that water does not sit in the rosette to avoid rot or fungal diseases that can harm the plant. Remove dead leaves from the bottom of the plant as it grows to avoid providing a haven for pests, as Echeverias are susceptible to mealy bugs.
Echeveria purpusorum is native to Mexico, specifically Puebla and Oaxaca, and thrives in warm, arid conditions. If you're looking for a low-maintenance yet striking plant to add to your collection, Echeveria purpusorum is an excellent choice. Its slow growth and small size make it perfect for smaller spaces, and it adds a touch of elegance to any room it's placed in.
Echeveria purposorum plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images 2 to 9. First image for display only. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
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- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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