Black prince - Echeveria 'Black Prince' (Care, Characteristics, Symbolism, Images)

Black prince

A variant of Echeveria named for its distinctive coloring, black prince displays stunning black leaves in all but the center of the plant, which remains green. This unusual coloring makes it a very desirable strain among succulent enthusiasts.

Scientific classification

Saxifrages, stonecrops and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Succulent

Plant Type

Summer, Fall

Bloom Time

10 cm to 25 cm

Plant Height

10 cm to 25 cm

Spread

Purple, Black, Green

Leaf Color

2.5 cm

Flower Size

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Black prince

Culture

Garden Use

The black prince succulent is excellent for succulent gardens, rock gardens, and growing with other succulents in outdoor containers and planter boxes. This plant’s dark red and purple leaves make a stunning contrast when planted near other succulents with green or blue-green foliage.

Symbolism

Endurance, Propagates by itself

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Quickly Identify Black prince

Triangular, darkly pigmented leaves up to 3 inches (7.6 cm) wide

Distinctive deep lavender brown leaf color with fine yellow edges

Fleshy leaves measure 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 cm) in length

Compact rosette leaf arrangement without prominent veins

Salmon to red tubular flowers on 2-foot (60 cm) inflorescence stalk

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Care Guide for Black prince

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Black prince is a drought-tolerant succulent, thriving in arid conditions. It requires watering every three weeks, storing water in its fleshy leaves. Ideal for container gardening, it can withstand dry indoor climates due to its low water needs.

Fertilize: For black prince, use a balanced fertilizer for succulents and cacti, applying it bi-monthly in spring-summer with a quarter-strength solution. Cease fertilization in fall-winter. Water before fertilizing to prevent root burn and adapt methods for varying growth stages, ensuring minimal nutrient application.

Pruning: To maintain a pleasing shape, large succulent plants like black prince require pruning of dense or redundant branches in spring and fall. For propagation, cut a stout stem with 5-6 leaves, treat the wound with sulfur powder, and plant after healing in slightly wet soil.

Propagation: Black prince features striking, deep purple rosettes resembling a crown. Propagate using cuttings: allow the cut end to callous for a day, then plant in a well-draining mix with bright, indirect light and minimal water until roots develop for healthy growth.

Repotting: Repot black prince every two years in early spring using a slightly larger pot with good drainage. Post-repotting, provide bright light and minimal watering to avoid rot. This care regimen helps maintain black prince's compact shape and enhances its striking dark foliage.

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