Pachyphytum oviferum- Moonstones 🌕🪨

Pachyphytum oviferum, commonly called Moonstones, is a compact succulent known for its plump, rounded leaves that look like smooth pastel pebbles. Each leaf is thick and coated in a powdery bloom that gives the plant its soft silvery blue or lavender tone. As it matures, Moonstones forms small clusters of rounded rosettes that stay low and tidy. The natural coating gives the plant a velvety look and helps protect it from sun and heat.

 
 
 
What Makes It Special

Moonstones is one of the most recognizable sculptural succulents. Its rounded leaves, pastel coloring, and powdery finish make it stand out in any collection. The plant stores a significant amount of water in its leaves, which makes it forgiving of missed waterings and ideal for beginners. Its soft, pebble like shape adds a calming, minimalist look to arrangements and planters.
 
How to Care for It

Light
Bright indirect light to morning sun. Strong light deepens the pastel color and helps keep the rosette compact. Too little light can cause stretching.

Water
Water thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry out completely before watering again. The leaves hold moisture, so Moonstones prefers infrequent watering. Overwatering is the most common issue.

Soil
Use a fast draining cactus and succulent mix. Gritty blends with pumice or perlite help prevent rot and support healthy roots.

Temperature
Ideal range is 60 to 85 degrees. It can tolerate heat with good airflow but should be protected from frost.

Fertilizer
Feed lightly during spring and summer with a diluted succulent fertilizer. It needs minimal feeding to maintain healthy growth.

Blooming
Produces small, peach toned flowers on tall arching stems. Blooms usually appear in late winter or early spring.

Pet Safe
Generally considered non toxic, though ingestion is still not recommended for pets or children.

Humidity
Prefers dry air. High humidity can cause the powdery coating to rub off or increase the risk of rot.
 
Propagation
 
Propagates well from leaf cuttings or by separating offsets. Leaves should be allowed to callus before placing on dry soil to root. Clusters can be gently divided when the plant has produced several rosettes.
 

 
If Moonstones succulent showed up in your mailbox, congratulations, you received one of the most iconic pastel varieties in the Pachyphytum family.

Snap a pic, tag @UnboxmySuccly, and show us where your Moonstones lives. Bonus points if it is in bloom.