Sedeveria Hummellii
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Description
Sedeveria hummellii is a succulent plant that belongs to the Crassulaceae family. It is a hybrid plant that was created by crossing Sedum pachyphyllum and Echeveria derenbergii. This plant is native to Mexico and is commonly found in rocky areas. It is a small plant that grows up to 6 inches in height and 8 inches in width. The leaves of Sedeveria hummellii are fleshy, thick, and pointed. The color of the leaves varies from green to bluish-green, and they have a powdery coating that gives them a frosted appearance. The plant produces small, star-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Sedeveria |
Appearance
Sedeveria hummellii is a small, compact plant that grows in a rosette form. The leaves are fleshy, thick, and pointed, and they have a powdery coating that gives them a frosted appearance. The color of the leaves varies from green to bluish-green, and they can turn reddish-brown in full sun. The plant produces small, star-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. The flowers are pink or yellow and are held on long stems above the plant.
Care Guide
Sedeveria hummellii is an easy plant to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:- Water: Water this plant regularly but make sure the soil dries out between waterings. Overwatering can cause the roots to rot.- Fertilization: Fertilize this plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: Use well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: This plant prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade but will not thrive in low light conditions.- Hardiness Zones: Sedeveria hummellii is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Sedeveria hummellii is susceptible to pests and diseases like any other plant. Here are some common pests and diseases that can affect this plant:- Mealybugs: These pests can be found on the leaves and stems of the plant. They suck the sap out of the plant, causing it to weaken and die.- Root rot: This disease is caused by overwatering and poor drainage. The roots of the plant become waterlogged and start to rot.- Powdery mildew: This fungal disease appears as a white powdery coating on the leaves of the plant. It can be treated with a fungicide.
Habitat
Sedeveria hummellii is native to Mexico and is commonly found in rocky areas. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Sedeveria hummellii?
A: Water this plant regularly but make sure the soil dries out between waterings.
Q: What kind of soil does Sedeveria hummellii prefer?
A: Sedeveria hummellii prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
Q: What are some common pests that can affect Sedeveria hummellii?
A: Mealybugs are a common pest that can affect Sedeveria hummellii.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Sedeveria hummellii?
A: Sedeveria hummellii is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Related Plants
– Sedeveria ‘Blue Elf’- Sedeveria ‘Jet Beads’- Sedeveria ‘Lilac Mist’- Sedeveria ‘Letizia’- Sedeveria ‘Sorrento’- Sedeveria ‘Fanfare’- Sedeveria ‘Green Rose’- Sedeveria ‘Harry Butterfield’- Sedeveria ‘Green Giant’
References
– https://worldofsucculents.com/sedeveria-hummellii/- https://www.gardenista.com/plants/sedeveria-hummellii/- https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/211582/- https://www.thespruce.com/grow-sedeveria-hummellii-1902988
