Succulent Encyclopedia
Encyclopedia of popular succulents with care guides, traits, and propagation methods.
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Aeonium
Unique silhouette with rosette leaves atop stems. Zwartkop (Black Rose) most famous. Winter grower, dormant in summer.
© Stan Shebs / CC BY-SA 3.0Agave (General)
Extremely popular succulent genus. Ranges from expensive Titanota to garden-friendly Attenuata.
© Kosteek / Public domainAstrophytum
A cactus with star-like shape and white flecks. Many popular varieties like Kabuto and Ranpo.
© Andrew Hankey / CC BY-SA 4.0Baseball Plant
Euphorbia obesa
A spherical succulent resembling a baseball. Looks like a cactus but is a completely different Euphorbia.
Bear’s Paw (White Bear)
Cotyledon tomentosa subsp. ladismithiensis
A subspecies of Bear’s Paw covered in white fluff. The red claw-like leaf tips and fuzzy texture make it a beloved succulent.
Black Rose Aeonium
Aeonium arboreum
An impressive succulent with dark purple to black rosettes. Winter grower, dormant in summer.
© Morningdew51 at English Wikipedia / CC BY-SA 3.0Burro's Tail
Sedum morganianum
A succulent with plump leaves trailing downward in chains. Beautiful when displayed in hanging baskets.
© Michael Joachim Lucke (= user Gilbert8888 ) / CC BY-SA 3.0Carrion Flower
A unique succulent blooming large starfish-shaped flowers. Flowers attract insects with carrion-like smell.
Cocoon Plant
Caputia tomentosa
A winter-growing succulent (formerly Senecio) with silvery-white hairy leaves resembling cocoons. Also known as the Cocoon Plant for its beautiful silver appearance.
Conophytum
Related to lithops. Small squishy spheres clustering together are adorable. Winter grower active autumn-winter.
Crassula Buddha’s Temple
Crassula ʽBuddha’s Temple’
A unique Crassula with stacked leaves forming a tower-like geometric shape.
Echeveria Rainbow
An echeveria with beautiful contrast of pink margins and green. Especially vivid coloring among variegated types.
© Alvesgaspar / CC BY-SA 3.0Euphorbia
Many resemble cacti but are entirely different family. Obesa and Horrida popular. Toxic white latex requires careful handling.
© Karelj / Public domainFerocactus
A large cactus with thick sharp spines radiating overwhelming presence. Dignity of a desert king.
Golden Barrel Cactus
Echinocactus grusonii
A large spherical cactus clad in golden spines, called the king of cacti. It grows into an imposing barrel over many years. Hardy and sun-loving.
© Abu Shawka / CC0Haworthia Cooperi
Haworthia cooperi
A haworthia with dense translucent round leaves. Beautiful small species shining like jewels when backlit.
Haworthia Obtusa
Haworthia cooperi var. truncata
A popular Haworthia variety with spherical translucent ‘windows’ that beautifully transmit light. Known as ‘dewdrop’ in Japan, it has a uniquely mystical beauty.
© User:Qwertzy2 / CC BY-SA 3.0Pachypodium
Caudex plant from Madagascar. Fascinating contrast between thick thorny trunk and small leaves. Rapidly growing popularity.
© Daderot at English Wikipedia / CC BY-SA 3.0Pachypodium Lamerei
Pachypodium lamerei
A spiny caudex plant from Madagascar. Popular as 'Madagascar Palm Tree'.
Rainbow Cactus
Echinocereus rigidissimus
A small cactus whose pink, white, and reddish spines stack in bands like a rainbow. Its large vivid magenta flowers add to its appeal as a prized collector's cactus.
© Hectonichus / CC BY-SA 3.0Split Rock
Pleiospilos nelii
A unique succulent looking like a split rock. Beautiful when flowers bloom from the center.
Variegated String of Pearls
Curio rowleyanus
Variegated variety of String of Pearls. White to cream variegation creates a more gorgeous impression.
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Succulent FAQ
- How much do succulents cost?
- Common Echeveria cost 300-2,000 yen, popular Haworthia obtusa 1,000-10,000 yen, and rare hybrids or large specimens can exceed tens of thousands of yen.
- Can beginners grow succulents?
- Echeveria, Sedum, and Graptopetalum are hardy and beginner-friendly. Place in a sunny spot and water only when the soil is completely dry.
- What are the key tips for growing succulents?
- Place in a sunny spot with good airflow and water sparingly. Many species go dormant in summer and winter, so adjusting care to their growing season is key to beautiful growth.
- What should I check when buying succulents?
- Check that leaves are plump and firm, the base isn't rotting, and there are no pests (like mealybugs). For bare-root plants, root condition is also important.
- How long do succulents live?
- With proper care, succulents can thrive for 10+ years depending on species. They're easily propagated through leaf cuttings and division, allowing enjoyment across generations.