Echeveria Lemon Lime f. variegata Ø 14

From a botanical perspective, this variegation is a captivating example of sectorial chimera: chlorophyll is distributed in central lemon-green bands (“lemon”), while the broad, stable margins, completely devoid of pigmentation, take on a precious vivid cream tone (“lime”). The smooth, slightly concave leaves form compact rosettes of near-mathematical geometry, a hallmark of the Echeveria genus.

With the arrival of autumn and winter, cooler temperatures combined with intense diffused light trigger the synthesis of anthocyanins – photoprotective pigments that tinge the leaf edges with a sophisticated pink blush, enhancing the rosette’s three-dimensional appeal. This physiological response increases both its ornamental charm and its desirability among collectors.

Exposure: prefers very bright positions, with a few hours of direct sunlight during the gentler parts of the day (morning or late afternoon). In full summer sun, especially in hot climates, slight filtering is advisable to prevent scorching on the chlorophyll-free areas.

Watering: water moderately, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings. In winter, reduce drastically, watering only every 3–4 weeks or when the leaves show slight signs of softening.

Substrate: requires well-draining soil – ideally a succulent mix amended with pumice or perlite (at least 40–50%) to ensure rapid water runoff.

Fertilization: from spring to summer, apply a specific succulent fertilizer, low in nitrogen and rich in potassium and phosphorus, diluted to half the recommended strength, once a month.

Flowering: in late spring – early summer, it produces slender, arching floral stems bearing small bell-shaped flowers in red-orange with yellow margins, which contrast strikingly with the variegated foliage.

Did you know? The stability of this variegation is highly prized by collectors because it tends to persist over time without reversion, provided adequate light is given. In the wild, Echeverias grow on rocky slopes in central Mexico, where daily temperature fluctuations and water scarcity shape their resilience and beauty.

A true botanical gem, highly decorative and of great collectible value, requiring minimal care while rewarding with authentic elegance.

Not grafted
Code 1672