Ghost Echeveria

(Echeveria lilacina)

Ghost Echeveria (Echeveria lilacina)

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Summary

Echeveria lilacina, commonly known as Ghost Echeveria, is an evergreen succulent native to rocky outcroppings in the semi-desert regions of northeastern Mexico. It typically reaches a modest height of about 15 cm and forms a symmetrical rosette that can span 12–25 cm in diameter. The leaves are notable for their silvery-grey color, spoon-shaped form, and fleshy texture, which contribute to its ghostly appearance. Ghost Echeveria is slow-growing and highly drought-tolerant, an adaptation to its arid native habitat.

The Ghost Echeveria is appreciated for its low maintenance requirements and striking foliage, which makes it a popular choice for rock gardens, succulent collections, and as a potted plant for indoor and outdoor settings. Its pale pink or coral-colored flowers emerge on tall stalks above the foliage, typically from late winter to early spring, adding a delicate contrast to its robust leaf rosettes. For successful cultivation, it requires full sun exposure, minimal watering, and well-draining soil to prevent root rot. While it is generally pest-resistant, overwatering can lead to problems such as fungal diseases.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Succulent
  • Height: 0.3-0.6 feet
  • Width: 0.8-1 feet
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Flower Color: Orange, Pink
  • Flowering Season: Winter, Spring
  • Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Very Low
  • Drainage: Fast

Common Uses

Border Plant, Drought Tolerant, Fire Resistant, Groundcover, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

Rocky outcroppings in the semi-desert regions of northeastern Mexico

Other Names

Common Names: Mexican Hens And Chicks

Scientific Names: , Echeveria lilacina,

GBIF Accepted Name: Echeveria lilacina Kimnach & Moran