black licorice succulent Echeveria 'Tinta'

black licorice succulent Echeveria 'Tinta'Forming open rosettes of long, pointed leaves, it is easy to see where E. 'Tinta' gets its name the nearly black hue of this plant, which gives way to a vibrant lime green towards the center of each rosette, is simply stunning. Paired with red, blue, pink, or rich green varieties in an arrangement, it is sure to draw second looks from even the most seasoned succulent collector! As with all deeply colored Echeveria, the key to its rich black and purple

Forming open rosettes of long, pointed leaves, it is easy to see where E. 'Tinta' gets its name – the nearly black hue of this plant, which gives way to a vibrant lime green towards the center of each rosette, is simply stunning. Paired with red, blue, pink, or rich green varieties in an arrangement, it is sure to draw second looks from even the most seasoned succulent collector!

As with all deeply colored Echeveria, the key to its rich black and purple tones is ample bright sunlight. In dimmer settings, the leaves will revert to shades of green, and the plant may begin to etiolate, or stretch, along its stem. Beyond this requirement, porous soil, adequate drainage, and ample airflow will help to shield it against excess moisture, as will thorough but infrequent watering only when the soil has completely dried all the way through.

During the winter months, take care to protect these stunning and fleshy leaves from freezing temperatures, which could lead to permanent scarring.