What are the characteristics of succulent plants? Description of succulent plants

1. Stem and leaf flesh

The reason why succulents are called succulents is because their stems and leaves are highly fleshy, which makes them look very different from other plants. The fleshy parts are often thick and plump, containing a lot of water and nutrients. They are mostly green in color, some are shiny, and some are covered with white powder. If you break its stems and leaves, water will flow out.

2. Intolerant to cold and heat

Most succulents come from places where the four seasons are warm and there is rarely high or low temperature in the environment, so they are not very heat-resistant or cold-resistant. However, it is difficult for the plants to adapt to the high temperatures in summer and the severe cold in winter, so it has always been difficult for them to survive the summer and the winter. In summer, we must do a good job of cooling down and avoid a too humid climate. In winter, the plants should be kept warm to prevent frostbite.

3. Do not like water and fertilizer

The fleshy leaves of succulents can store water and nutrients, so they can grow even in arid and barren places. If there is too much water and fertilizer, it will be detrimental to the development of the plants. Generally, watering should be done after the soil is dry. This can reduce the number of watering times, but each time you water, make sure to water thoroughly. Fertilization is only carried out during the growing season, once a month.

4. Many varieties

Succulents do not just belong to one category, they can be found in many families, such as Crassulaceae, Agavaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Aizoaceae, etc. According to statistics, there are more than 10,000 species of succulents in the world. Their shapes vary, but they all have fleshy parts and their maintenance methods are similar. It is worth mentioning that the names of succulents are all very nice.