Care of the succulent plant Echeveria affinis or Black Echeveria |
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The genus Echeveria, family Crassulaceae, includes about 400 species of succulent plants native to the area between Mexico and northern Brazil. Some species are: Echeveria affinis, Echeveria shaviana, Echeveria setosa, Echeveria pulvinata, Echeveria glauca, Echeveria gibbiflora, Echeveria elegans, Echeveria agavoides, Echeveria runyonii, Echeveria pilosa, Echeveria lilacina, Echeveria colorata, Echeveria derenbergii. Common name: Black Echeveria. This species is native to Chihuahua, México. Echeveria affinis is a small succulent plant with leaves arranged in compact rosettes that reach 15 cm (5.9") in diameter. The fleshy and pointed leaves are very dark green, almost black. Flower stems with orange or red flowers emerge from the sides of the rosette. It blooms in spring or summer. Black Echeveria is used in pots on windowsills, balconies and patios and as an indoor plant next to a sunny window. Echeveria affinis needs full sun exposure and a warm, dry climate. In a Mediterranean climate, it is better not to receive direct sunlight during the central hours of the day. It does not resist frost. The soil can be a commercial substrate for cacti to which we will add a handful of coarse sand. Always water moderately, waiting for the substrate to have dried completely. In winter, water once a month at most. Fertilize once a month with mineral fertilizer for cacti and succulent plants in spring and summer; It is advisable to dilute the fertilizer to half the usual dose. Black Echeveria does not need pruning, but dry or damaged leaves can be removed. This plant is quite resistant to the usual pests and diseases, but sensitive to excess humidity. If ventilation is poor, it can be attacked by scale insects. Echeveria affinis is propagated by leaf cuttings, by separating shoots, and from seeds sown in spring. |
Images of the succulent plant Echeveria affinis or Black Echeveria |
 Echeveria affinis |