echeveria gibbiflora

Giant hens and chicks.

Care level

Easy

This giant among succulents forms impressive rosettes that can grow as big as dinner plates, with thick, waxy leaves in stunning blue-green to pink hues. During blooming season, it sends up tall flower stalks crowned with clusters of bell-shaped blooms in vibrant coral-red colors that attract hummingbirds.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Wide range (5°C - 35°C)

Fertilization frequency

Low

Once per season.

Humidity & watering

Low

Allow the soil to dry between waterings.

An ambiant humidity between 20 and 50% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Succulent and cactus mix: A well-draining blend with coarse texture. Promotes root health by preventing water-logging and mimicking arid natural habitats.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Upright

Slow growth

This plant grows slowly. It can reach 30 to 90 cm in height or spread.

It grows upwards without support.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
Cat
Dog
Human
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & not self-pollinating

The echeveria gibbiflora can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods

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