Echeveria 'Ratam' Crest: A Poetic Palette of Colours and Forms
Echeveria 'Ratam' Crest is an eye-catching succulent that boasts powdery blue-green leaves graced with arresting red tips and margins. The shades of its foliage deepen as the plant experiences stress, creating a unique, living piece of art that's not just green, but a blend of colours that shift in response to environmental factors.
One of the distinctive features of this echeveria variety is its crested nature. In botany, the term 'crested' refers to a growth pattern where the plant's apical meristem (growth center) expands laterally rather than vertically. The result is a tight, intricately folded structure that offers a dramatic contrast to the more commonly seen rosette forms. Crested plants like Echeveria 'Ratam' Crest are often coveted for their unusual architecture, adding an exotic touch to any succulent collection.
As far as sunlight is concerned, Echeveria 'Ratam' Crest thrives in full sun. Its powdery farina—think of it as nature's sunscreen—acts as a protective layer, shielding the plant from the harsh rays of the sun. In Australia's diverse climates, from arid to temperate, this hardy plant shows remarkable adaptability.
When it comes to watering, the soak-and-dry method is your best bet. This entails thoroughly soaking the soil and then letting it dry out completely before the next watering. Avoid overhead watering or letting the plant sit out in the rain, as trapped water within the crests can lead to rot. This caution aligns with the typical requirements for Echeveria care, making it relatively straightforward to maintain.
So, whether you're a seasoned succulent enthusiast or a budding gardener, Echeveria 'Ratam' Crest offers a captivating combination of form and colour, packaged in a reasonably hardy plant that can stand up to a variety of conditions. Its artistic flair and botanical intricacies make it a fascinating addition to any space, indoor or outdoor.
Discover the allure of Echeveria 'Ratam' Crest; it's more than just a plant—it's a living sculpture.
Echeveria Ratam crested plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
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Please Note:
- 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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