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Basic Info
Sempervivum Heuffelii is also known as Irene. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 20 cm (8″) tall. The plants main feature are the beautiful fleshy green leaves that turn red when correctly stressed. The plant is ideal for people who want something colourful in their collection.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sedoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Sempervivum
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
When watering the Sempervivum heuffelii (or Irene) be careful it is a plant that is sensitive to over-watering. It is a plant that needs to be thoroughly drenched in water and dried before watering again. The plant should be watered mostly between Spring to Fall, let the plant dry thoroughly before watering again.
General Care for Sempervivum heuffelii ‘Irene’
What kind of a plant carer should select the Sempervivum heuffelii ‘Irene’? It is perfect for any type of plant grower. The plant does best when cared for indoor in a proper light home. If planted outdoors, it creates small clusters all around it, especially if planted in a well-lit garden.
Quick Facts:
- Thrives best inside in a proper lit-room
- Needs a similar amount of water as other succulents
- Can die easily if overwatered
- Size: it grows to be 20 cm (8″) tall
- Best zone for the plant is -6° C (20° F)
- Does not handle cold well
- Best propagated with leaves
- Handle with care can be harmful to animals and people
- Grows best during Spring and Fall
Where to Plant
Sempervivum heuffelii is a plant that grows easiest in free-draining gritty compost. The plant does not handle cold well, so if you live an area that is colder than 6°C ( 20° F ) use a succulent container. It makes it easier to transport the plant indoor and outdoor.
Sempervivum heuffelii is a plant that requires up to 6 hours of sun when planted inside keep it on a window ledge. That means a south-facing window for most of us. This guide here will help you to learn about indoor plant care.
How to Propagate Sempervivum heuffeli ‘Irene’
Learning how to propagate Sempervivum heuffeli ‘Irene’, begin by selecting a sturdy, healthy leaf. Then remove the stem from the main plant, cut the stem off with a sharp knife. Irene is one of the species that easily drop its leaves; it can, however, be challenging to grow a large specimen.
Once the leaf is off the Sempervivum heuffelii, let it sit for a few days before placing it in nutritious and well-drained soil. The soil should be drenched thoroughly, never let the soil dry. Once the plant’s root has started to appear, let the plant take its time to grow. Choosing a proper sized plant pot is important for the growth of your new succulent. Learn how to choose the best pot here.
Origin and Habitat
Sempervivum heuffelii (or Irene as it’s commonly known as) is known to be native to the Balkans and to the Carpathians in Europe. However there have been reports of the plant being naturalized in some parts of Northern America.
