Echeveria Setosa Oteroii

Echeveria Setosa Oteroii is a captivating and distinctive true species Echeveria that immediately draws the eye with her unusual, scoop-shaped leaves and striking two-tone colouring. She displays fresh light green on the upper leaf surface with a beautiful flush of rich red on the underside — a hidden surprise of colour that reveals itself as her leaves curl and catch the light.

Her uniquely shaped, concave leaves are arranged in a neat, compact rosette that is both architectural and charming — the red undersides glowing warmly against the soft green tops to create a dynamic, ever-changing colour display. Unusual, beautiful and genuinely collectible — Echeveria Setosa Oteroii is a true species gem that brings extraordinary character and botanical intrigue to any succulent collection!

Plant Information

Botanical Name
Echeveria setosa var. oteroi

Leaf Colour
Fresh light green on the upper surface with rich red on the underside — scoop-shaped leaves reveal a beautiful two-tone colour display

Form
Compact, neat rosette with distinctive concave scoop-shaped leaves — architectural and characterful

Mature Size
8–12cm rosette diameter

Sunlight
Bright indirect light to full sun — more sun deepens the red undersides beautifully

Watering
Deep, infrequent watering — allow soil to dry completely between waterings

Soil
Well-draining succulent or cactus mix

Frost Tolerance
Frost sensitive — protect below 4°C

Pot Size
Supplied in a 12cm pot

Important Notes

• Unique scoop-shaped leaves: The concave, scoop-shaped leaves are her signature feature — handle gently to preserve the natural farina
• More sun = deeper red undersides: The rich red colouring on the leaf undersides intensifies beautifully with increased sun exposure
• Avoid overwatering: Allow soil to dry completely between waterings — she is drought-tolerant and prefers to stay on the dry side
• Delivery: Delivered across South Africa — please ensure someone is available to receive your plant

Perfect for succulent collectors, container gardens, and decorative plant displays.