Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
hyalina
ID:
660469

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Walther

Source:
cmp

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 30: 43 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659801



Common Names

  • Hyalina Echeveria
  • Hyaline Echeveria
  • Transparent Echeveria


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Description

Echeveria hyalina (also called Mexican snowball, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to Mexico. It has rosettes of fleshy, pointed, gray-green leaves with pink edges. It grows in rocky, open areas and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Echeveria hyalina is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it is easy to care for and requires little water. It is also used as a houseplant, as it is drought-tolerant and can tolerate low light levels. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties, such as aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echeveria hyalina is a yellow-orange bloom with a red center. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small, green rosettes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echeveria hyalina can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem from the plant and allow it to dry for a few days. Once the stem has dried, place it in a potting mix and lightly press it into the soil. Water the soil and keep it moist until the stem has rooted. Once the stem has rooted, it can be transplanted into a larger pot.

Where to Find Echeveria hyalina

Echeveria hyalina can be found in Mexico.

Echeveria hyalina FAQ

What is the best soil for Echeveria hyalina?

Echeveria hyalina prefers well-draining soil with a pH of 6-7.

What is the best temperature for Echeveria hyalina?

Echeveria hyalina prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How much light does Echeveria hyalina need?

Echeveria hyalina needs bright, indirect light.

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-2781197: Based on the initial data import
Eric Walther (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Walther' in the authors string.