Pachyveria pachytoides

Pachyveria

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Compact hybrid succulent featuring thick, fleshy leaves in a rosette form with a farina-like powdery coating; drought-tolerant and prone to rot if overwatered.
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Plant Details

Common Name Pachyveria
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Pachyveria
Species Pachytoides
Origin Mexico
Blooming Rare indoors; produces star-shaped pink flowers in spring under optimal conditions.
Leaf Color Grey-green to blue-grey with reddish-pink margins
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Specialized cactus mix with high perlite and pumice content for maximum drainage

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Watering

Water only when soil is completely dry; reduce frequency significantly during winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright light; direct morning sun or filtered afternoon sun to prevent scorching

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Fertilization

Apply diluted succulent fertilizer once per month during spring and summer growth phase

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Pruning

Remove dead lower leaves and spent flower stalks to maintain plant health and shape

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

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 2 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
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 – 45000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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