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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Succulent Plant, Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
| Plant Shape | Compact, Dwarf |
| Maximum Height | 10 cm to 25 cm |
| Maximum Plant Spread / Crown Width | 10 cm to 25 cm |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Compact, rosette-forming succulent up to 25 cm tall. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Fleshy, triangular leaves are reddish brown to nearly black. Leaves are arranged in a low, compact rosette. |
| Flowers | Salmon to red flowers are borne on an inflorescence stalk up to 0.6 m tall. This cultivar seldom blooms in Singapore, because cool temperatures trigger flowering. |
| Taxonomy | This cultivar is a hybrid created by pollinating Echeveria shaviana with pollen from Echeveria affinis. |
| Cultivation | Echeveria 'Black Prince' is a slow-growing hybrid which requires well-drained soil. In Singapore, it grows best in a well-ventilated area under bright, indirect light where it is protected from harsh, afternoon sun. It may also benefit from an air-conditioned environment where humidity would be lower. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
| Thematic Landscaping | Rockery / Desert Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Little Water, Prefers Cool Environment |
| Propagation Method | Leaf Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Black |
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Others
| Master ID | 32932 |
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| Species ID | 7346 |
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