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4.6 out of 5 (322 experiences)


Also known as
Molded Wax Agave and Echeveria 'Taurus'
Taxonomy
Echeveria agavoides
Echeveria
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Lipstick Echeveria

How often to water your Lipstick Echeveria

every 12
Lipstick Echeveria needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Seattle, Washington.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Seattle, Washington
83% High

Growing Lipstick Echeveria in Seattle right now
Plant growth potential is currently high 📈
May 29th, 2022
Sunlight intensity as measured by “net radiation” in Seattle is currently high 📈.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determin…
Sunlight will increase by 18.5% ☀️
May 28th, 2022
Seattle is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Seattle is expected to increase by 18.5% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 21.6 megajoules of energy per m2 p…
Daylight will increase by 1.6 hours 📈
May 28th, 2022
This month, Seattle is getting an average of 11.9 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 11.6% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 15.7 total hours of da…
Finding light for Lipstick Echeveria in your home

a window
Lipstick Echeveria love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth during this time of higher sunlight intensity in Seattle, Washington ☀️.
This is a great time to watch your Lipstick Echeveria thrive 🌿!

How to fertilize Lipstick Echeveria

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Lipstick Echeveria after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
When to repot Lipstick Echeveria
Is this a good time of year to repot? Yes! 🪴
May 26th, 2022
The growing potential in Seattle is high 📈.
It's best to repot plants during their active growing periods when they have the energy to re-establish their roots! This is a great time to repot any p…

Lipstick Echeveria is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
Water Needs
Lipstick Echeveria thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Lipstick Echeveria requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Lipstick Echeveria is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.
Humidity
Lipstick Echeveria prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Lipstick Echeveria is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!
Fertilizer
Lipstick Echeveria grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
It’s common for Lipstick Echeveria to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Lipstick Echeveria is native to Central and northern South America.
Flowers
Yes, you may see your Lipstick Echeveria bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.
Growth Pattern
Lipstick Echeveria grows in a rosette pattern, with leaves neatly arranged in a circle. New growth will emerge from the center.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Lipstick Echeveria can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
Lipstick Echeveria can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:
- Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
- To get the cutting to root, you can either:
- Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.
Common Issues
Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Lipstick Echeveria. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.
Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!
Care Summary for Lipstick Echeveria
Lipstick Echeveria
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Seattle, Washington, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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