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Welcome To My Garden
Hi there! I’m 🌵MAX, your go-to enthusiast for all types of succulents. I’ve spent years geeking out over these resilient plants, from hunting down native species to experimenting with care tips for my growing collection.
This site is just my simple way of sharing the joy, knowledge, and quirky charm of succulents. Stick around for plant profiles, tips, and plenty of plant puns (because who doesn’t need those?).
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Types of Succulents
Sedum
Sedum, part of the Crassulaceae family, is a diverse genus of flowering plants often referred to as stonecrops. Initially thought to include as many as 600 species, recent revisions have narrowed this estimate to 400–500 distinct species.
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XGT2024-06-27 00:02:202025-01-19 18:40:43Sedum sieboldii aka October Daphne
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XGT2024-06-27 00:00:382025-01-25 05:42:38Sedum rubrotinctum aka 🐷Pork and 🫘Beans
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XGT2024-06-26 23:56:542025-01-19 18:40:30Sedum reflexum aka Blue Spruce StonecropKalanchoe
Kalanchoe, also spelled Kalanchöe or Kalanchoë, comprises approximately 125 species of tropical, succulent plants within the Crassulaceae family, primarily indigenous to Madagascar and tropical Africa.
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XGT2024-06-26 14:41:592025-01-25 05:43:45Kalanchoe tomentosa aka 🐼Panda Plant
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XGT2024-06-26 14:34:302025-01-19 18:37:39Kalanchoe pumila aka Flower Dust Plant
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XGT2024-06-26 14:31:492025-01-25 05:43:51Kalanchoe orgyalis aka Copper 🥄SpoonsAloe
Aloe vera, a succulent plant species belonging to the genus Aloe, is widely distributed and often considered invasive in various regions worldwide. This evergreen perennial originates from the Arabian Peninsula and thrives in wild habitats across tropical, semi-tropical, and arid climates globally.
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XGT2024-06-24 22:51:082025-01-25 05:44:21Aloe polyphylla aka 🌀Spiral Aloe
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XGT2024-06-24 22:49:312025-01-25 05:44:27Aloe plicatilis aka 🪭Fan Aloe
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XGT2024-06-24 22:47:472025-01-19 18:34:22Aloe perfoliata aka Mitre AloeSenecio
Senecio is a diverse genus of flowering plants within the daisy family, encompassing ragworts and groundsels. Taxonomically variable, Senecio ranks among the largest genera of flowering plants.
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XGT2024-06-27 17:54:202025-01-19 18:41:13Senecio serpens aka Blue Chalksticks
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XGT2024-06-27 17:52:302025-01-19 18:41:07Senecio rowleyanus aka String of Pearls
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XGT2024-06-27 17:50:562025-01-25 05:42:23Senecio radicans aka String of 🍌BananasHaworthia
Haworthia, small succulents from Southern Africa, are beloved by plant enthusiasts. Resembling mini aloes and part of the Asphodeloideae subfamily, their unique flowers set them apart. Perfect for gardens and containers, they add a lovely green touch to any space.
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XGT2024-06-24 19:28:342025-01-19 18:36:32Haworthia turgida
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XGT2024-06-24 19:23:592025-01-25 05:37:11Haworthia retusa aka ⭐Star 🌵Cactus
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XGT2024-06-24 18:25:412025-01-19 18:36:20Haworthia muticaAgave
Agave plants, native to the dry regions of the Americas, are known for their tough, fleshy leaves that grow in large rosette formations. These succulents are perfect for xeriscaping due to their drought-resistant nature.
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XGT2024-07-15 15:48:552025-01-21 17:49:48Agave parryi truncata aka Artichoke Agave
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XGT2024-06-24 22:17:312025-01-19 18:33:50Agave victoriae-reginae aka Queen Victoria Agave
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XGT2024-06-24 22:12:252025-01-19 18:33:36Agave macroacantha aka Black-Spined AgaveMammillaria
Mammillaria is one of the largest genera in the cactus family, boasting around 200 known species and varieties. While most Mammillarias hail from Mexico, you’ll also find them in the southwestern United States, the Caribbean, Colombia, Venezuela, Guatemala, and Honduras.
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XGT2024-06-26 23:01:342025-01-25 05:43:11Mammillaria rhodantha aka 🌈Rainbow Pincushion
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XGT2024-06-26 22:59:202025-01-25 05:43:22Mammillaria plumosa aka 🪶Feather 🌵Cactus
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XGT2024-06-26 22:56:102025-01-25 05:43:28Mammillaria elongata aka Ladyfinger 🌵CactusEuphorbia
Euphorbia, also known as spurge, is a highly diverse genus of flowering plants in the Euphorbiaceae family. These plants vary widely in form, from tiny annuals to towering trees. One of the tallest species, Euphorbia ampliphylla, can reach heights of over 30 meters.
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XGT2025-01-25 19:17:192025-01-25 19:23:50Euphorbia cyathophora aka 🔥Fire On The Mountain
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XGT2024-06-25 23:59:142025-01-19 18:36:13Euphorbia horrida
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XGT2024-06-25 23:53:432025-01-19 18:35:59Euphorbia cooperi aka Candelabra TreeMost Recent Updates
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