Hooker's Fat Plant - Diabolic Gardens

Flora - Succulents / Cacti

Hooker's Fat Plant

This succulent features fleshy, silver-blue leaves that are pointed and arranged in a rosette shape. They are native to Mexico and are known for their thick, powdery epicuticular wax that offers protection from the sun.

Hooker's Fat Plant

Pachyphytum hookeri

Care:

Light:

Pachyphytum hookeri thrives in bright, direct sunlight. When grown indoors, place it near a sunny window, like a south, east, or west-facing one. Lack of sufficient light can lead to stretching and loss of color.

Water:

Like most succulents, Pachyphytum hookeri is drought-tolerant and sensitive to overwatering. Water only when the soil is completely dry, and ensure good drainage in the pot.

Soil:

Use a well-draining, porous soil mix designed for succulents or cacti. Ensure your pot has drainage holes to prevent water retention and potential root rot.

Propagation:

You can propagate this plant from leaf cuttings or by separating offsets (pups) that grow at the base of the mother plant. Allow cuttings to callous before planting them in well-draining soil.

7/19/25

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