Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
olivacea
ID:
660548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moran

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Cact. Suc. Mex. 36: 52 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659880

Common Names

  • Olivacea Echeveria
  • Mexican Giant Echeveria
  • Mexican Hens and Chicks

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Echeveria olivacea 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 olivacea 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 olivacea is a succulent plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated by stem cuttings, offsets, or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize lightly in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Echeveria olivacea

Echeveria olivacea can be found in Mexico.

Echeveria olivacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echeveria olivacea?

Echeveria olivacea

What are the common names of Echeveria olivacea?

Olive Echeveria

What is the growth habit of Echeveria olivacea?

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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