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Lipstick echeveria

How to identify Lipstick echeveria (Echeveria agavoides)

Lipstick echeveria, also known as Molded wax, Molded wax plant, House leek

Lipstick echeveria exhibits a striking rosette up to 12 inches (30 cm) wide and 6 inches (15 cm) tall, comprising fleshy, apple-green leaves tapering to a pointed terminal spine. These leaves are adorned with distinctive reddish edges. In spring to early summer, lipstick echeveria produces red flowers tipped with yellow. Though its hardiness extends to temperatures of approximately 15-20 degrees Fahrenheit (-9 to -7 degrees Celsius), it thrives in sunnier spots of cooler gardens, yet is adaptable to considerable shade.

Lifespan

Lifespan: Perennial

Plant Type

Plant Type: Succulent, Herb

Leaf Type

Leaf Type: Evergreen

Quickly Identify Lipstick echeveria

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Rosette up to 12 inches wide and 6 inches tall with apple-green leaves.

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Leaves taper to a pointed spine, adorned with distinctive reddish edges.

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Produces red flowers tipped with yellow in spring to early summer.

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Thrives in sunnier spots of cooler gardens, adaptable to shade.

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Hardy plant, tolerates temperatures of approximately 15-20 degrees Fahrenheit (-9 to -7 degrees Celsius).

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Key Facts About Lipstick echeveria

Attributes of Lipstick echeveria
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Succulent, Herb
Plant Height
8 cm to 12 cm
Spread
20 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Red
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow
Red
Stem Color
Green
Red
Yellow
Leaf type
Evergreen
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Scientific Classification of Lipstick echeveria

Family
Stonecrop
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Lipstick echeveria (Echeveria agavoides)
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Distribution Map of Lipstick echeveria

Lipstick echeveria, a succulent plant, is native to the central highlands of a major region in North America. It has been introduced to parts of South America where it is also cultivated. The extended distribution of lipstick echeveria beyond its native habitat is largely due to its popularity as an ornamental plant in temperate climates.
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