Succulent plants, sometimes called succulents in botany, have thicker, fleshy, engorged portions that are typically used to hold onto water in dry soil or climates.
Succes, which means "juice" or "sap" in Latin, is where the word succulent originates. Here are 7 popular succulents to spruce up your space.
Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) Benefits: Air purification, medicinal gel Appearance: Thick, green leaves with white spots Care: Low maintenance, infrequent watering
Echeveria (Echeveria spp.) Benefits: Attracts pollinators, drought-tolerant Appearance: Vibrant colours, rounded leaves Care: Well-draining soil, moderate watering
Crassula (Crassula spp.) Benefits: Low maintenance, air purification Appearance: Small, rounded leaves in various colours Care: Infrequent watering, indirect sunlight
Snake Plant (Sansevieria Trifasciata) Benefits: Air purification, low light tolerance Appearance: Tall, upright leaves with yellow edges Care: Infrequent watering, low maintenance
Pincushion Cactus (Mammillaria spp.) Benefits: Attracts pollinators, drought-tolerant Appearance: Small, globular cactus with vibrant flowers Care: Well-draining soil, infrequent watering
String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus) Benefits: Air purification, trailing habit Appearance: Long, trailing stems with small "pearls" Care: Well-draining soil, moderate watering
ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) Benefits: Low maintenance, air purification Appearance: Glossy, dark green leaves Care: Infrequent watering, low light tolerance
Succulent Care Tips: · Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry between waterings. · Provide bright, indirect sunlight. · Use well-draining soil to prevent root rot. · Fertilize during the growing season (spring-fall). · Repot every 1-2 years to maintain soil quality.