Lyla

Echeveria lilacina

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  Easy care

• Lyla likes...
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    Light watering

    She only needs a small amount of water.. Give her a drink when her soil’s completely dry and let excess water drain off.

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    Bright light

    She’ll be happiest in a well lit spot. Ideally not direct sun (it burns her), but lots of bright, indirect light.

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    Warmth

    She doesn’t like to be anywhere too chilly, so keep her away from very cold rooms or draughts.

• Quick facts

  Botanical name

  Echeveria lilacina

  Nickname

  Succulent

  Plant type

  Succulent, indoor

  Air purifying

  Yes

  Plant height (including pot)

  5-10cm; 10-20cm

  Pet/baby safe

  Toxic if ingested

  Nursery pot size

  6cm; 12cm

• About succulent

  For more care advice about Lyla, check out ourcomplete guide to succulent care.

  ‘Succulent’ is an umbrella term for a large group of plants that generally have thick, fleshy leaves that hold a lot of water (the name comes from the latin for ‘juice’). They’re found all over the world, almost exclusively in very warm places that have periods of drought.

  The swollen leaves give you a good clue to how to look after them. Because they can store lots of water in their leaves, they don’t need frequent watering. The warm habitat they come from means they enjoy lots of light. Remember that and you should have very little trouble.

  You'll also help them grow healthily by giving them a feed with liquid fertiliser once per month in spring and summer (make sure to use feed specifically formulated for succulents and cacti).

  Did you know?

  The only continent that has no native species of succulent is Antarctica