Echeveria setosa ‘Arrow’ is a distinctive, rosette-forming succulent prized for its soft, arrow-shaped foliage and vibrant seasonal colour. A cultivated variant of Echeveria setosa — the well-known “Mexican Firecracker” — this plant originates from the arid highlands of central Mexico, where it has adapted to intense sunlight and low-moisture conditions. Its narrow, lime-green leaves are densely coated in fine, white, velvety trichomes (hairs), a natural adaptation that helps protect the plant from strong sun and water loss. As the plant matures, the tips of its leaves develop a striking red flush when exposed to bright light, adding ornamental appeal to rockeries, succulent displays, and container gardens.
Growing to around 10–20 cm tall and wide, E. setosa ‘Arrow’ forms open rosettes that slowly cluster over time, creating attractive colonies. In summer, it produces elegant, arching inflorescences topped with bell-shaped flowers in vibrant shades of yellow and red — a nod to its parent species’ nickname. These blooms are particularly attractive to pollinators such as bees and native insects, making the plant a lively feature in any garden.
This drought-tolerant succulent thrives in full sun and prefers a well-draining, gritty soil mix enriched with perlite or pumice. Water sparingly, allowing the substrate to dry thoroughly between waterings, as overwatering is a common cause of root rot. In cooler climates, protect from frost or grow in containers that can be moved indoors during winter.
Non-toxic to pets and humans, Echeveria setosa ‘Arrow’ is easy to propagate from offsets, leaf cuttings, or stem sections. Its resilience, sculptural foliage, and vibrant blooms make it a versatile choice for Australian gardens, container arrangements, and drought-resistant landscapes.
Echeveria setosa 'Arrow' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants to those shown in images. 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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