Echeveria setosa var. deminuta (Mini Mexican Firecracker)

Botanical Name: Echeveria setosa var. deminuta

Common Name: Mini Mexican Firecracker

Echeveria setosa var. deminuta is a compact, fuzzy-leaved succulent native to Mexico. It forms small rosettes of bright green leaves covered in fine white hairs, giving the plant a soft, velvety texture. This miniature variety stays smaller than typical Echeveria setosa and is well-suited for containers, windowsills, and mixed succulent arrangements. Mature rosettes typically reach 2–4 inches tall and wide.

Care and Cultivation:

• Prefers bright light to full sun

• Water sparingly; allow soil to dry between waterings

• Use a well-draining succulent or cactus soil mix

• Ideal for pots and indoor growing

Frost Tolerance and Cold Hardiness:

• Best suited for USDA Zones 9–11

• Not frost-tolerant

• Protect from temperatures below 30°F (-1°C)

Winter Dormancy and Health:

• Growth slows during cooler months

• Reduce watering in winter

• Avoid excess moisture to prevent rot

Notes:

• Produces red-orange flowers on tall stalks

• Easy to grow and beginner-friendly