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Pachyphytum 'Fitkai Blue' 5.5cm

Name: Pachyphytum 'Fitkai Blue' 5.5cm
Brand: Greenleaf Online Shop
SKU: PachyphFitkBlue5.5cm
Price: 3.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Succulent · Crassulaceae · Powder-blue leaves

Pachyphytum bracteosum ‘Fitkai Blue’

So refined you almost want to put it in a display case 🩵

Family: Crassulaceae · Pot diameter: 5.5cm

Crassulaceae
Plump blue leaves
Heavy natural farina
Compact rosette
Collector selection

Pachyphytum bracteosum ‘Fitkai Blue’ is a refined miniature succulent with exceptionally plump, softly curved leaves resembling blue pebbles covered in matte powder.

A compact rosette and cool colour bring immediate premium character, while every new leaf strengthens the effect of a carefully composed botanical miniature. It is a perfect collector accent for a bright shelf where subtle farina and rounded forms can be viewed closely.

What makes it special

Extremely succulent construction, blue waxy bloom and calm symmetry create an almost ceramic appearance.

Leaves like blue pebbles

Short thick leaves have generous volume and smooth curves that store an impressive amount of water.

Pristine matte farina

A natural waxy layer produces powder blue and softens every reflection.

Small yet premium

Miniature scale concentrates colour and texture into an elegant plant that stands out without bulk.

Why you will love it: it looks carefully designed although every curve and blue tone is natural—a quiet collector jewel for close viewing.

In your spacePlacement & plant pairingsWhere it looks its best and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

Keep it very close to a bright east- or west-facing window where it will not be touched often. A low white, grey or terracotta cachepot lets the blue lead.

Plant pairings

Plants that complement it

Combine it with succulents sharing a strict dry-down cycle but offering different lines and colours.

Echeveria ‘Madiba’ — a larger ruffled blue-green rosette.
Crassula ovata ‘Sunset’ — gold and red against cool blue.
Agave stricta ‘Nana’ — fine radial texture contrasting with plump rounded leaves.

Care at a glance

Light

Very bright light and gentle sun after acclimation for compact blue growth.

Water

Water only when the mix is fully dry, low around the base.

Climate

Moving air, frost protection and less water during heat or winter slowdown.

Pets

It has no spines, but leaves detach and farina marks extremely easily.

For this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrateSybasoil Cacti & Succulent Premium Mix 5ltView product

Suitable nutritionCactus&Succulent focus 100mlView product

Detailed careComplete care guideLight, drying cycle, climate, substrate and nutrition in detail

Light and blue form

Abundant natural light maintains short internodes and a dense rosette. Add direct sun gradually to prevent scorch on the waxy surface.

Water without wetting leaves

Wait for complete dry-down, soak at the base and allow unrestricted drainage. Never leave water between leaves or on farina.

Air and a clean rosette

Moving air dries the base rapidly. Avoid misting and remove only fully dry lower leaves without injuring the stem.

Temperature and seasonal pause

It grows in mild to warm conditions but may slow in a heatwave or cold. Reduce water whenever no new leaves are forming.

Substrate

Use a highly porous succulent mix with plentiful mineral material. The pot must drain quickly and the rosette base stay above the mix line.

Nutrition and handling

While the centre grows, apply a very dilute low-nitrogen fertiliser every four to six weeks. Do not feed in dormancy and move the plant by holding only the pot.

Botanical identityIdentity & natural originAccepted name, origin of the form and natural distribution

Connection to Pachyphytum bracteosum

‘Fitkai Blue’ circulates horticulturally in connection with the accepted Mexican species Pachyphytum bracteosum Link, Klotzsch & Otto in Crassulaceae.

Documentation of ‘Fitkai Blue’

No publicly verifiable register with breeder, introduction year or parentage was located for ‘Fitkai Blue’. It is presented as a cultivated trade selection without invented history.

Mexican natural base

Pachyphytum bracteosum is native to central and eastern Mexico, including Querétaro, Hidalgo and Veracruz, in rocky sites with rapid drainage.

From natural habitat to home care: extremely thick leaves and waxy farina are adaptations to bright rocks with brief moisture and long dry intervals. In a pot, provide strong light, porous mix and complete dry-down before watering again.

Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific details nobody asked forBotanical details for anyone who wants to know what lies behind the plant’s appearance

The name means thick plant

Pachyphytum comes from Greek words for thick and plant, describing exceptionally succulent leaves.

Farina is epicuticular wax

Microscopic wax crystals create the matte appearance, reflect radiation and repel some water.

One leaf is a major reservoir

A low surface-to-volume ratio limits water loss and allows substantial storage.

It uses CAM

Night-time gas exchange helps keep stomata closed during hot bright hours.

Frequently asked questions

Useful answers about placement, watering, seasonal behaviour and the plant’s distinctive traits.

01Why does it have fingerprints?

Natural farina rubs away and does not return on the same leaf. Handle only the pot.

02Why are leaves falling?

Physical contact, excess water, cold or natural ageing of lower leaves can be responsible. Check the base and mix first.

03When should it be watered?

When the mix is completely dry and leaves begin to lose the slightest firmness. Soak deeply and drain.

04How much sun does it need?

Very bright light and gentle direct sun after acclimation. Abrupt summer midday sun can scorch leaves.

05Is ‘Fitkai Blue’ a documented cultivar?

It circulates as a cultivated trade selection, but no verifiable public breeder or parentage history was located.

06What fertiliser does it need?

Very dilute low-nitrogen fertiliser only while new leaves appear. Excess feeding opens the rosette and softens tissue.

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Pachyphytum 'Fitkai Blue' 5.5cm

Pachyphytum 'Fitkai Blue' 5.5cm

Pachyphytum bracteosum ‘Fitkai Blue’

What makes it special

Leaves like blue pebbles

Pristine matte farina

Small yet premium

Where it looks its best

Plants that complement it

Care at a glance

Light

Water

Climate

Pets

Substrate & nutrition

Light and blue form

Water without wetting leaves

Air and a clean rosette

Temperature and seasonal pause

Substrate

Nutrition and handling

Connection to Pachyphytum bracteosum

Documentation of ‘Fitkai Blue’

Mexican natural base

The name means thick plant

Farina is epicuticular wax

One leaf is a major reservoir

It uses CAM

Frequently asked questions

Pachyphytum 'Fitkai Blue' 5.5cm — Care & Tips

We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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