17 types of succulents you need to know

They are super adorable because they are easy to care for.

Succulents require greatly reduced maintenance as they require little watering and no special attention. So houseplant killer, you can successfully keep a seedling in this category!

And there are thousands of varieties, but a precise number is difficult to establish since succulent is an umbrella term that can be assigned to any seedling that has adapted to survive in arid conditions and does not refer to any plant family.

That said, all succulents share some common traits: they come from warm, dry climates, require less watering than an average domestic species, and have some physical characteristics related to their ability to store moisture (be it fleshy leaves, thick stems or rhizomes).

So if you’re ready to spruce up your space with a relaxed succulent but feel a little overwhelmed with all the options. We understand, that’s why we share ours 17 favorite types:

1. Haworthia

This pet-friendly option is a small succulent with spiky, textured leaves. It thrives in bright indirect or direct light, but can tolerate more average indirect light.

As with most succulents on our list, Haworthia should be watered every two to three weeks – more often in brighter light and less often in low light – allowing the soil to dry out between watering and the other one.

2. Aloe

Aloe varieties prefer direct, bright light, but can tolerate bright indirect light. To keep your thick, fleshy leaves healthy, follow the same watering rule as above.

3. Echeveria

Echeveria come in a variety of different shapes and colors, but they all stand out for their impressive looks. They prefer bright direct lighting, but can handle bright indirect lighting as well.

4. jade plant

Jade plants look a bit like miniature trees, and their attractive appearance has made them a very popular decorative option. Most importantly, they will survive for a long time as long as you keep them in direct, bright light and follow the watering pattern.

5. Sword of St. George

A medium sized succulent that is sure to grab attention is the Spada di San Giorgio. When it receives bright medium indirect light, it can grow 15 to 30cm tall. Another advantage is that this type is very hardy and almost impossible to kill.

6. Zamioculca

With its large dark green leaves, the Zamioculcas zamiifolia, or ZZ plant, is a particularly attractive indoor seedling. Avoid direct, intense sun and opt for medium to bright indirect light.

7. Rosary

Also known as the pearl necklace, this delicate perennial is an interesting option for hanging pots – be sure to place it near a window, so it gets six to eight hours of bright, indirect light each day.

It’s also important not to overwater this succulent, just give it a little water every two to three weeks when the weather is nice, warm and mild, and once a month in winter.

8. Wax flower

This seedling with long tendrils, thick, waxy leaves displays clusters of fragrant flowers when conditions are right. However, it’s worth noting that this exotic variety can be a little trickier to care for than some of the other succulents on this list.

Consider starting with a leaf cut for a low maintenance option that will look good as long as it receives bright or indirect lighting.

9. Sempervivum

Succulents of the genus Sempervivum are distinguished by their shape and sharp, colorful leaves. It is cold resistant, easy to clean indoors – just provide bright, pet friendly direct or indirect light.

10. Peppers

This genus of tropical plants includes peperomia obtusifolia (pictured above), a low-maintenance seedling with thick, succulent leaves. Show him some love, how to offer bright indirect light for low-light conditions, and he might even return the favor with an annual display of white flowers.

11. Kalanchoe

Known as the flower of luck, this thick-leaved tropical variety displays colorful and beautiful flowers. To make sure your kalanchoe blooms, place it in a location that gets plenty of bright, indirect light and water it generously every three weeks (and only when the soil is dry).

12. Dracaena

A dramatic addition to any indoor space, dracaena is a large, tree-like type with woody stems and drooping, shiny green leaves. It prefers low to bright indirect light and should be watered approximately every one to two weeks.

13. Gasteria

Wide, thick and sometimes textured leaves are the main characteristics of these dark green seedlings, similar to the aloe family. Gasteria requires a lot of bright light but not a lot of intense sun to thrive. Like all succulents on our list, this one too requires very little water.

14. Euphorbia

Although this type looks a lot like a cactus, it actually belongs to a completely different family. Euphorbia blooms easily, showing small white or yellow flowers, and needs very little. Give it plenty of direct sunlight and water only when the soil is completely dry.

15. Agave

In fact, the thorny agave plant will kindly accept a container as long as you water it when the soil is completely dry and place it in a spot that receives at least six hours of direct sun.

16. Living stones

Often used outdoors for ground cover, live rock (or aizoaceae) can also be grown in a hanging basket as an indoor succulent. If you are looking for this type, water it every two weeks and make sure you find a spot where it gets full sun.

17. Moonstone

This small to medium sized succulent has a distinctive appearance, with pastel colored leaves that look like tiny eggs. They need a lot of light, so a sunny windowsill is a great place for them to thrive.

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Source: Terra

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