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Mexican snowball

Echeveria elegans Rose · Crassulaceae

Safe for cats and dogs Also known as Mexican gem, Hen and chicks, White Mexican rose

Pet safety

Safe for cats and dogs. ASPCA lists this plant as non-toxic to dogs and cats.

Source: ASPCA, matched at species level.

Care

  • LightBright indirect – Direct sun
  • WaterLet dry fully between waterings
  • HumidityLow
  • Temperature13°C – 27°C
  • DifficultyEasy
  • SoilCactus / succulent mix
  • FertilizingLightly, growing season only

Size & habit

  • Mature height (indoor) 5–15 cm
  • Habit
    • Rosette
  • Growth rateSlow

Common problems

  • Mealybugs
  • Root rot

Propagation

  • Offsets / pups
  • Leaf cutting
  • Seed

Sources