Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
cornuta
ID:
660374

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Walther

Source:
cmp

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Echeveria : 133 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659706



Common Names

  • Horned Echeveria
  • Echeveria Cornuta
  • Horned


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Description

Echeveria cornuta (also called Horned Echeveria, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with rosettes of fleshy, pointed, green leaves with yellow edges. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala and is typically found in rocky, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Echeveria cornuta is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echeveria cornuta has star-shaped flowers that are pink or yellow in color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echeveria cornuta is a succulent plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated by stem cuttings, offsets, or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize lightly in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Echeveria cornuta

Echeveria cornuta can be found in Mexico.

Echeveria cornuta FAQ

What is the best soil for Echeveria cornuta?

Well-drained, sandy soil is best for Echeveria cornuta.

How much sunlight does Echeveria cornuta need?

Echeveria cornuta needs full sun to partial shade.

How often should I water Echeveria cornuta?

Water Echeveria cornuta every 7-10 days, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Species in the Echeveria genus

Echeveria lyonsii, Echeveria patriotica, Echeveria acutifolia, Echeveria affinis, Echeveria agavoides, Echeveria alata, Echeveria alpina, Echeveria amoena, Echeveria amphoralis, Echeveria andicola, Echeveria angustifolia, Echeveria atropurpurea, Echeveria australis, Echeveria bakeri, Echeveria ballsii, Echeveria bella, Echeveria bicolor, Echeveria bifida, Echeveria bifurcata, Echeveria calderoniae, Echeveria calycosa, Echeveria canaliculata, Echeveria cante, Echeveria carminea, Echeveria carnicolor, Echeveria chapalensis, Echeveria chazaroi, Echeveria chiapensis, Echeveria chiclensis, Echeveria chihuahuaensis, Echeveria chilonensis, Echeveria coccinea, Echeveria colorata, Echeveria cornuta, Echeveria craigiana, Echeveria crassicaulis, Echeveria crenulata, Echeveria cuencaensis, Echeveria cuspidata, Echeveria cuspidata, Echeveria dactylifera, Echeveria decumbens, Echeveria derenbergii, Echeveria desmetiana, Echeveria difractens, Echeveria elatior, Echeveria elegans, Echeveria erubescens, Echeveria eurychlamys, Echeveria excelsa,

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2781105: Based on the initial data import
Eric Walther (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Walther' in the authors string.