Firecracker Echeveria (Echeveria setosa)

Firecracker Echeveria

Echeveria setosa

Fuzzy silver rosettes hold desert softness like a living cushion. Evergreen succulent rosette; common name: Firecracker Echeveria.

Full sun
0.5–1/week
Beginner
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Plant Needs

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Sunlight Full sun to partial sun for vibrant foliage; tolerate bright indirect light; avoid prolonged intense midday sun in hot climates
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Watering Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot and fungal growth
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Temperature Thrives in 15–25℃; tolerate brief light frost down to 5℃; protect from extreme heat above 35℃
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Characteristics

  • Leaf: Dense, fleshy leaves covered in fine white trichomes; rosette-forming with pointed tips
  • Flower: Bell-shaped, orange-red blooms on tall, thin stalks rising above rosettes
  • Stem: Short, compact central stem; offsets form around the base of mature rosettes
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Care Guide

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil is completely dry; reduce frequency in high humidity

Fertilization

Diluted balanced succulent feed once every 2 months. Use diluted feed only during active growing season to avoid nutrient burn

Eggshell powder topdressing:Crush clean, dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle a thin layer on soil surface; avoid direct contact with leaves to prevent burning
Pruning
  • Remove dried, dead leaves from rosette base to eliminate pest harboring sites
  • Trim spent flower stalks after blooming to conserve the plant’s energy
  • Separate healthy offsets in spring for propagation; avoid damaging the parent rosette
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Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic; no harmful effects from ingestion or contact

Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact

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Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: Symbolizes resilience and quiet minimalist beauty in modern decor

Usage: Ornamental succulent for rock gardens, container arrangements, and indoor succulent displays