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Pachyphytum Dr Cornelius

Moonstone 'Dr. Cornelius'

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A rare arid succulent featuring plump blue-grey rosette leaves with red margins under high light stress. Compact growth habit.
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Plant Details

Common Name Moonstone 'Dr. Cornelius'
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Pachyphytum
Species Hybridum
Variety Dr. Cornelius
Origin Mexico
Blooming Small pink bell-shaped flowers appear in spring.
Leaf Color Blue-grey with red margins
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Specialized succulent mix with pumice and coarse sand for maximum drainage

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Watering

Water thoroughly only when soil is completely dry; reduce watering significantly in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires high light exposure to maintain leaf coloration; protect from extreme midday scorching

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Fertilization

Apply diluted succulent fertilizer monthly during spring and summer active growth only

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Pruning

Remove dead basal leaves to prevent rot and improve air circulation

Pest Control Fungus Gnat Mealybug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 45
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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