Aeonium Arboreum 'Luteovariegatum'

Aeonium Arboreum ‘Luteovariegatum’ 

Aeonium Luteovariegatum – Aeonium Arboreum ‘Luteovariegatum’ is a winter expanding succulent that forms huge rosettes of variegated green as well as white leaves with dynamic coppery red margins. These rosettes are usually attached to stalks of as much as 18 inches high. Aeonium arboreum ‘Luteovariegatum’ presents white blossoms in summer season. It will obtain sunburned in locations with hot, solid sun. 

Characteristics

Aeonium Arboreum ‘Luteovariegatum’ is a visually striking succulent known for its variegated foliage and architectural form.

  • Appearance: This succulent is characterized by its branched growth and rosette formation. The rosettes are composed of numerous spoon-shaped leaves arranged in a symmetrical pattern.
  • Color: The leaves of ‘Luteovariegatum’ are particularly notable for their variegation. They display a mix of green and yellow, with the yellow often appearing as stripes or mottled patterns across the leaves.
  • Size: It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet, with rosettes that can reach up to 6-8 inches in diameter. The branching habit of this plant gives it a shrub-like appearance.
  • Flowers: Similar to other Aeoniums, it produces flowers on tall stalks. The flowers are usually yellow and appear in the spring or early summer.

Cultivation and Propagation

Caring for Aeonium Arboreum ‘Luteovariegatum’ involves attention to its light, soil, and watering needs.

  • Light Requirements: Prefers bright, indirect light. While it can tolerate some direct sunlight, too much can cause the variegation to fade or the leaves to scorch.
  • Soil: It thrives in well-draining soil, ideally a mix formulated for cacti and succulents.
  • Watering: Watering should be done thoroughly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. This plant is more drought-tolerant than some other succulents, but it’s important to avoid over-watering.
  • Temperature: It does best in mild climates and should be protected from frost. In colder regions, it’s advisable to grow it in a container that can be brought indoors during colder months.
  • Propagation: Can be propagated from stem cuttings or offsets. Cut a stem, let it callous over for a few days, and then plant in well-draining soil. The plant can also produce offsets that can be separated and replanted.

Regular pruning can help manage its size and shape, especially since it can become top-heavy as it grows.

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