Pachyphytum Oviferum Moonstone  (Sugar Almond Plant)

Description

Pachyphytum Oviferum The Moonstone is an easy care, clump forming succulent where each plant will form a cluster of fat rounded leaves arranged in loose rosettes, they have a powdery coating which forms a light pale blue green to lilac color which is the reason for it gaining the name Moonstone. This powdery coating is a little easily wiped off so please display this plant where possible rather than handling it!

This Moonstone Succulent belongs to Mexico for its habit to dry warm areas with much light. Its preference is to position itself where it will receive many hours of good light per day on a balcony for example or at the windowsill sunny, just not in direct sun mid-day as the foliage may burn. The Echeveria moony is not an abundant producer and with its tight, spreading rosettes it adapts well in succulent displays or small sunny offices on your desk.

Once you learn about light requirements and watering schedule of the Moonstone plant, it doesn’t require a high level of attention. Because of water storing leaves, the plant is less dependent so you could choose the Moonstone if you're someone who travels a lot, or is a novice gardener.

Key Features

• Plump round leaves that have a light dusting of soft and powdery, moonstone-like coating of fine hairs. 
• Blue/green pale leaves that become dusty lilac in differing light intensity.
• Clump-forming, compact rosette that remains low and spreading. 
• Drought tolerant, very little water needed once established.
• Slow-growing succulent that keeps its shape for a long time
• Perfect for sunny windowsills, office desks, and shelves. 
• An ideal choice for novice succulent collectors due to its low-care nature.
• Distinctive pastel colouring that stands out in mixed succulent displays

Care at a Glance

Product Specifications

What's in the Box

• 1 x Pachyphytum Oviferum Moonstone live plant
• 1 x Pot (Bare-rooted/Pot: Optional)
• Potting mix
• Basic care guide

Important Notes

• As each plant is living, differences in leaf color, shape, and size from what’s depicted in the photo may occur. 
• Handle by the pot, as the powder-like coating on the leaves wears off, not replenishing with growth.
• It may look a little shriveled and a bit "stressed" from traveling, but it will usually bounce back within the first week with the watering. 
• Don't place the plant in full, direct afternoon sun for the first day or two so that it can adjust to the environment.
• Check the soil again before watering, as watering requirements decrease significantly in the cool of winter. 
• Sap can be mildly skin irritating so avoid consuming and wash your hands if handling cuttings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why are my Moonstone plant's leaves wrinkly?

A: It is usually because it is thirsty, it has had its water reserves leak out in its old storage leaves, and it should re-fill and plop up again in a day or so if you water it really well when the ground dries.

Q: When and how often do I water it?

A: Your Moonstone plant likes to be watered every 14 - 20 days in warmer weather as long as the soil has dried out thoroughly between waterings. You'll want to water even less than that in winter.

Q: Can Pachyphytum Oviferum live indoors?

A: Yes of course they can! Most other plants can adapt and grow indoors provided they receive a lot of light. However when you put it on the windowsill you do not have to forget that if they do not get enough light they will stretch so there will be long rosettes. 

Q: Does Pachyphytum Oviferum require sun?

A: Morning sun is ok but generally speaking, it needs light but no sun. It is important not to give the leaves the direct sun which will damage its coating as well as will burn it.

Q: How fast does this plant grow?

A: Moonstone is one of the slowest growers in the succulent family. It usually takes the plant at least two years to fill out its pot, so it shouldn’t outgrow its pot any time soon. 

Q: Why does the coating on the leaves of this plant come off? 

A: The powdery to pastel layer on the leaves of this plant protect it from excessive sunlight and can be brushed off easily. It’s important to minimize handling as the layer will not replenish if disturbed.