#SUT0001 Moonlight (Echeveria sp.)Item NO.: SUT0001

Botanical Name: Echeveria sp.
Common Name: Moonlight Echeveria

Overview:
Moonlight (Echeveria sp.) is a succulent from the Crassulaceae family, belonging to the Echeveria genus, Moonlight series. This cultivar features a compact rosette shape reminiscent of a rose, with leaves displaying gradual color gradients along the edges. It readily forms multiple heads from the base, and under sufficient light, the leaf margins gradually turn red. This plant is highly adaptable and low-maintenance, making it ideal for beginner gardeners.

Growth and Morphology:
• Leaf Shape: Thick, spoon-shaped leaves with a subtle frosty coating and pointed edges
• Leaf Color: New leaves are blue-green, gradually transitioning to pinkish-purple with maturity; edges can turn red under adequate light
• Stem: Upright; basal offsets form multi-head clusters
• Growth Rate: Moderate

Growing Conditions:
• Growth Season: Primarily spring and autumn; slow growth may occur in winter under suitable temperatures
• Dormancy: Semi-dormant during summer above 30°C, with reduced watering needs
• Light: 4-6 hours of indirect sunlight daily; leaf color enhances with a day-night temperature difference above 10°C
• Temperature: Optimal 15-25°C; protect below 5°C
• Humidity: 40-60%; high humidity may lead to fungal diseases

Substrate Recommendations:
• Well-draining, aerated soil
• Particle content ≥60% (Akadama, Kanuma, volcanic rock)
• Organic matter ≤20%
• Slightly acidic pH 5.5-6.5
• Commercial succulent soil or custom mix (peat : perlite : vermiculite = 3:2:1)

Watering & Fertilization:
• Follow “soak and dry” principle: water when soil is dry
• Avoid water accumulation in the rosette center
• Fertilize monthly with succulent-specific liquid fertilizer diluted 1:2000

Light & Environment Control:
• Full sun acceptable in spring and autumn
• Summer: filter direct sunlight with 50% shade cloth
• Winter indoor care: ensure at least 3 hours of direct light per day
• Protect with plastic or mini-greenhouse if temperature <5°C

Propagation:
• By leaf or stem cuttings, or by dividing offsets

Pests & Diseases:
• Common diseases: powdery mildew, black rot – prevent with good ventilation and fungicide (e.g., Bordeaux mixture)
• Common pests: scale insects – isolate affected plants and treat with 75% ethanol

Summary:
Moonlight Echeveria is a compact, easy-care succulent with stunning red-edged leaves. Ideal for beginners, it thrives in spring and autumn, forming multi-head clusters with moderate growth speed. Perfect for indoor or outdoor succulent collections, rock gardens, or decorative pots.