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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Requires bright direct or partial sun to maintain metallic leaf color; avoid intense midday summer sun to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Water deeply only when the entire soil medium is completely dry; avoid wetting the rosette center to prevent rot
Temperature
Thrives in 18–25℃; tolerate brief light frosts above 5℃, but avoid prolonged temperatures below 10℃
Characteristics
- Leaf: Thick, fleshy leaves with pointed tips; metallic green to reddish-brown foliage with a protective waxy cuticle
- Flower: Bell-shaped coral-pink blooms on tall, branching flower stalks up to 60 cm tall
- Stem: Short, woody central stem that elongates as the plant matures
Care Guide
Watering
Water when top 5 cm of soil is dry; ensure excess water drains fully
Fertilization
Diluted cactus fertilizer once monthly. Use balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer to avoid burning delicate roots
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to improve drainage and add calcium without risk of over-fertilizationPruning
- Remove dried, dead leaves from the rosette base to eliminate pest hiding spots
- Trim spent flower stalks at the base after blooming to redirect energy to rosette growth
- Separate healthy offsets in spring for propagation; allow cut ends to callus before planting
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic; no harmful effects from ingestion
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental succulent for container planters, rock gardens, and indoor succulent arrangements
