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Echeveria La Reforma cristata
The plant likes a sunny habitat.
Always water a few days after the substrate has dried out. In winter, limit watering.
It can tolerate -1.1 °C in the short term. However, the plant is not hardy.
The plant is valued, not only among collectors, for its interesting and attractive appearance. It is suitable for those looking for an attractive crested plant that is easy to grow.
Echeveria La Reforma cristata is a succulent plant that impresses with its spiky appearance. It belongs to the genus Echeveria and is closely related to Echeveria Ariel cristata. It is named after the Mexican town of La Reforma.
It is characterised by its blue-green leaves which turn reddish with age. The colour of the leaves can also change depending on the growing conditions. The leaf surface is waxy and the leaves are fleshy, short and pointed. Old leaves dry and die naturally. The flat and sturdy stem is waxy and the succulent reaches a height of up to 15 cm.
The crested form is unlikely to flower.
The plant should not be fertilised. It is relatively easy to grow and requires only a few basic conditions: moderate watering, permeable soil and plenty of sun. If these three points are met, it will grow into a beautiful cristate shrub. Echeveria La Reforma cristata is a hardy cristate succulent that almost anyone can take care of. It can become not only a beautiful decoration, but also an unpretentious companion for your window.