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Plant Care
Hooker's pachyphytum
(Pachyphytum hookeri)
Also Known As
Hooker's pachyphytum, Pachyphytum, Pachyphytum plant
About This Plant
Pachyphytum hookeri is a species of succulent plant that belongs to the Crassulaceae family. It is a slow-growing plant that has rosettes of fleshy, green leaves that are densely packed together. The leaves are covered in small white hairs that give them a fuzzy appearance. In the summer, it produces small, star-shaped flowers on tall stalks.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
6-8 inches (15-20 cm)
Light Requirements
Pachyphytum hookeri prefers bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Humidity Needs
Pachyphytum hookeri prefers low humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize Pachyphytum hookeri once a month during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Pachyphytum hookeri does not require pruning, but you can remove any dead or damaged leaves as needed.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests for Pachyphytum hookeri include mealybugs and spider mites.
Indoor Size Range
6-8 inches (15-20 cm)
Watering Schedule
Water Pachyphytum hookeri deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter months, reduce watering to once a month.
Temperature Range
Pachyphytum hookeri prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C). It can tolerate temperatures as low as 50°F (10°C) but should be protected from frost.
Growing Season
Pachyphytum hookeri grows actively during the spring and summer months.
Growing Difficulty Level
Pachyphytum hookeri is considered an easy plant to grow.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Pachyphytum hookeri is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Did You Know?
Pachyphytum hookeri is named after Sir William Jackson Hooker, a prominent British botanist and explorer who lived in the 19th century.
