Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
xichuensis
ID:
660724

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.G.López & J.Reyes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Cact. Suc. Mex. 43: 65 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660056



Common Names

  • Xichuensis Echeveria
  • Xichuensis Hen and Chicks
  • Xichuensis Hens and Chicks


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Description

Echeveria xichuensis (also called Xichuensis, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves that are green to gray-green in color. It is native to Mexico and is found in rocky, dry areas. It is also found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Echeveria xichuensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as houseplants. It has attractive, rosette-shaped foliage and produces clusters of pink flowers in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echeveria xichuensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echeveria xichuensis is a succulent native to Mexico. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings and rooting them in sandy soil. It prefers full sun and should be watered sparingly. It can also be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Echeveria xichuensis

Echeveria xichuensis can be found in Mexico.

Echeveria xichuensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Echeveria xichuensis?

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

What is the ideal light condition for Echeveria xichuensis?

Echeveria xichuensis prefers bright, indirect light

How often should I water Echeveria xichuensis?

Water Echeveria xichuensis when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week

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-2781437: Based on the initial data import
Jerónimo Reyes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Reyes' in the authors string.
Lilián G. López Chávez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.López' in the authors string.