Had this plant for a few days and it hasn’t grown any roo...
4” pot with drainage
Last watered 1 year ago
5
It sounds like you're caring for an Echeveria, a type of succulent known for its drought tolerance. Here are some insights based on your description:
Shriveled Leaves: This can indicate dehydration, but it's also normal for older leaves at the base to shrivel as the plant focuses on new growth.
Bottom Turning White: This could be due to a few reasons:
Root rot if the plant is overwatered, especially without proper drainage.
Powdery mildew or fungal growth, often from excess moisture.
Healthy root formation—if it's firm and not mushy, it might be new roots starting.
What to do:
Check drainage: Ensure the pot and soil drain well.
Inspect roots: Gently lift the plant to check for rot (mushy, brown/black parts) vs. healthy roots (firm, white).
Water sparingly: Succulents need less water, especially without established roots. Let the soil dry completely between waterings.
If the white area seems soft or spreading rapidly, consider removing affected parts and letting the plant dry before repotting in fresh soil.
Shriveled Leaves: This can indicate dehydration, but it's also normal for older leaves at the base to shrivel as the plant focuses on new growth.
Bottom Turning White: This could be due to a few reasons:
Root rot if the plant is overwatered, especially without proper drainage.
Powdery mildew or fungal growth, often from excess moisture.
Healthy root formation—if it's firm and not mushy, it might be new roots starting.
What to do:
Check drainage: Ensure the pot and soil drain well.
Inspect roots: Gently lift the plant to check for rot (mushy, brown/black parts) vs. healthy roots (firm, white).
Water sparingly: Succulents need less water, especially without established roots. Let the soil dry completely between waterings.
If the white area seems soft or spreading rapidly, consider removing affected parts and letting the plant dry before repotting in fresh soil.
@WorldlyBacchus when trying to grow roots, it's important to find a bright spot with indirect light and literally leave it alone. No water, no nothing. That's why it grows roots, it's searching for water. If you water without roots, the chances of rotting is higher. I'd say leave it for at least two weeks. And, it's going to look worse for wear until it establishes itself, that's normal. It takes time.
@TooUnique Yes my Barrina Grow lights has some pink color that adds this bestie to the plants. Also Very bright light in winter (in my case grow light) put succulents in stress and they change color from green to pink or red.