Echeveria 'Perle von Nürnberg'
Also known as: Perle von Nurnberg, PvN
One of the oldest and most planted Echeveria hybrids (1930s, Germany). It comes from Garden hybrid (Mexico lineage), stays around Rosette 12–15 cm, and tolerates USDA 9b–11; protect below 2 °C. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Echeveria
- Origin: Garden hybrid (Mexico lineage)
- Mature size: Rosette 12–15 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 9b–11; protect below 2 °C
- Toxicity: Non-toxic
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Echeveria
- Origin
- Garden hybrid (Mexico lineage)
- Mature size
- Rosette 12–15 cm
- Growth habit
- Open rosette, short stem with age
- Leaf colour
- Pink to purple with powdery bloom
- Flower colour
- Coral-pink bells on long pink stalks
- Hardiness
- USDA 9b–11; protect below 2 °C
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic
- Other names
- Perle von Nurnberg, PvN
About the Echeveria 'Perle von Nürnberg'
One of the oldest and most planted Echeveria hybrids (1930s, Germany). Leaves are pointed and dusted with a pink-purple bloom that intensifies in strong light; flowers are glowing coral-pink on long arching stalks.
Care and cultivation
Grow in a fast-draining cactus mix with at least 50% mineral grit (pumice or perlite). Water deeply only when the soil has dried completely, then pour away any water left in the saucer. Full morning sun keeps the rosette tight and colours vivid; in very hot climates give light afternoon shade. Remove spent flower stalks and dried lower leaves to discourage mealybugs. Light: Bright light with a few hours of direct morning sun; colours deepen with more sun. Water: Soak-and-dry; about every 10–14 days in spring and fall, less in winter. Use a Fast-draining cactus/succulent mix, 50% mineral grit.
Description
Echeveria 'Perle von Nürnberg' is an Echeveria succulent from Garden hybrid (Mexico lineage). One of the oldest and most planted Echeveria hybrids (1930s, Germany). Leaves are pointed and dusted with a pink-purple bloom that intensifies in strong light; flowers are glowing coral-pink on long arching stalks.
Identification
Look for: Pink to purple with powdery bloom leaves in a Rosette 12–15 cm form. Also answers to Perle von Nurnberg, PvN. The genus is Echeveria, which already narrows down the care requirements considerably. Nickname: 'Pink pearl'.
Common problems
Mealybugs in leaf axils (wipe with alcohol swab) • Etiolation (stretching) in low light • Powdery farina smudges if touched — it does not grow back • Crown rot if water pools in the rosette
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water my Echeveria 'Perle von Nürnberg'?
Soak-and-dry; about every 10–14 days in spring and fall, less in winter. Always let the soil dry completely between waterings, and water less in winter when growth slows.
How much light does Echeveria 'Perle von Nürnberg' need?
Bright light with a few hours of direct morning sun; colours deepen with more sun. If the plant stretches or loses colour, it needs more light.
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Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Echeveria 'Perle von Nürnberg', supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.