Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
nuda
ID:
660540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1856: 280 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659872

Common Names

  • Nuda Echeveria
  • Mexican Giant Echeveria
  • Mexican Hens and Chicks

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Synonyms

  • Cotyledon nuda Baker [unknown]
  • Echeveria navicularis De Smet ex É.Morren [unknown]

Description

Echeveria nuda (also called 'Mexican Snowball', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to Mexico. It has rosettes of fleshy, pointed leaves that range in color from white to pinkish-red. It is found in rocky, dry areas and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Echeveria nuda is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and succulent displays. It is also used as a houseplant, as it is drought-tolerant and can tolerate low light levels. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties, such as aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echeveria nuda is a star-shaped rosette with a yellow center and pink petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green rosettes with yellow centers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echeveria nuda can be propagated by division of the offsets. Plant the offsets in a well-draining soil mix and water regularly. Place the pot in a warm, sunny spot and fertilize monthly during the growing season. In the winter, reduce watering and stop fertilizing.

Where to Find Echeveria nuda

Echeveria nuda can be found in Mexico.

Echeveria nuda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echeveria nuda?

Echeveria nuda

What are the common names of Echeveria nuda?

Naked Echeveria

What is the growth habit of Echeveria nuda?

It is a low-growing, succulent perennial with rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves.

Species in the Echeveria genus

Echeveria lyonsii, Echeveria patriotica, Echeveria acutifolia, Echeveria affinis, Echeveria agavoides, Echeveria alata, Echeveria alpina, Echeveria amoena, Echeveria amphoralis, Echeveria andicola, Echeveria angustifolia, Echeveria atropurpurea, Echeveria australis, Echeveria bakeri, Echeveria ballsii, Echeveria bella, Echeveria bicolor, Echeveria bifida, Echeveria bifurcata, Echeveria calderoniae, Echeveria calycosa, Echeveria canaliculata, Echeveria cante, Echeveria carminea, Echeveria carnicolor, Echeveria chapalensis, Echeveria chazaroi, Echeveria chiapensis, Echeveria chiclensis, Echeveria chihuahuaensis, Echeveria chilonensis, Echeveria coccinea, Echeveria colorata, Echeveria cornuta, Echeveria craigiana, Echeveria crassicaulis, Echeveria crenulata, Echeveria cuencaensis, Echeveria cuspidata, Echeveria cuspidata, Echeveria dactylifera, Echeveria decumbens, Echeveria derenbergii, Echeveria desmetiana, Echeveria difractens, Echeveria elatior, Echeveria elegans, Echeveria erubescens, Echeveria eurychlamys, Echeveria excelsa,

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

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