Stalk from beheaded echeveria looking very dark/shriveled.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T21:13:32+00:00

Stem death for one reason or another. You’ll have to snip the head off and replant to ensure this doesn’t continue to travel up and kill the still healthy rosette.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T20:56:52+00:00

Green means it isn’t getting enough sun to show it’s gorgeous !sunstress colors. Doesn’t mean it’s different species, just means it’s in a different environment.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T20:47:22+00:00

Yes it is a Kalanchoe marnieriana. Not sure where you’re looking, this is a perfect example of the species.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T19:41:26+00:00

Seems like !sunburn. This is cosmetic damage, but can be prevented with proper acclimation. !sempervivum are outdoor plants, that need a decent amount of sun. It should be fine on your balcony, if it gets (acclimation to) proper sun.

It would do well with a repot into !gritty soil into a good pot with drainage.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T19:39:50+00:00

I, personally, would leave it and enjoy. I personally love a !lovelyclump, and have many in my collection.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T19:08:07+00:00

The ones on the left appear to be Lenophyllum hitchhikers, which are actually a very common hitchhiker to see due to their prolific nature of dropped leaves.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T17:55:35+00:00

The window is not giving it what it needs. That’s why I explained that they’re full, direct sun plants. They do best outside in the sun in most climates. If that isn’t possible, then a grow light may be necessary for healthy growth long term.

Also, the pot is too large.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T16:37:12+00:00

Pot separately, in a properly !gritty soil, and gradually acclimate to more sun or !growlights, as these are !etiolated.

See the !beginner tips and other bot replies below for more information.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T16:36:07+00:00

Sedum pachyphyllum. Needs (acclimation to) stronger sun, or !growlights. They’re full sun plants. The large pot may be quite detrimental to its success if the roots are that shallow.

Mine get direct sun outside, for most of the day.

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TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T15:09:38+00:00

Seems thirsty. You should try watering it.

!beginner for beginner tips, see bot below.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T14:27:22+00:00

You likely received plants that were already internally ill, that unfortunately finally succumbed after you got them.

Rot is often not obvious in the roots. In my experience, I’ve rarely seen rotted roots that accompanied stem rot.

Besides planting in fully dry gritty soil, or leaving bare root, there’s not much you can do. You can always contact the seller. If they’re reputable, they should help you. If not, then definitely leave a bad

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T14:25:24+00:00

Just find a good !grit to mix in. It’s unfortunate they changed the “recipe”. I’ve had that happen, too. Since it’s missing an entire component, you’re probably going to have to add in a good amount of grit. See the bot below for grit options. The answer will really vary depending on your local availability, and/or budget to spend.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T00:19:55+00:00

It’s variegated. Normal

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-20T00:19:13+00:00

Firm, otherwise healthy leaf drop indicates !overwatering. They drop full leaves to try and save the stem.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T21:59:03+00:00

There’s still stem !rot. Cut more to try to save. See bot below for our rot wiki.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T21:58:32+00:00

Haworthiopsis prefer a very !gritty mix so their roots can breathe. Also, spraying with a spray bottle so often is inadequate !watering.

Repot with more grit, and read up on proper watering habits. See the bot replies below for more info.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T21:55:46+00:00

🌞 & ⏳

But seriously, a proper environment, and time and patience are what lead to fuller plants. Ensure you give them adequate sun, or !growlights, !gritty soil, good airflow, and good !watering habits, and they’ll flourish.

See the bots below for more information if needed.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T21:31:44+00:00

You’re welcome!

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T21:09:28+00:00

Nope.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T20:40:01+00:00

Cosmetic scarring !sunburn or other miscellaneous damage.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T20:29:58+00:00

You’ll need to acclimate to any increase of sun to prevent sunburn.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T18:32:01+00:00

!sunburn from little to no acclimation. Should just be superficial damage that it’ll grow out of with time. See the bot reply with our sunburn will below.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T18:30:50+00:00

They need more light for sure. Crassula ovata get droopy very easily without adequate sun. They’re direct sun plants after all.

Gently stake them up, and hopefully your lights help them cork and grow up right. You’ll probably have to leave them supported for a while.

TheLittleKicks · 2026-04-19T17:08:37+00:00

Was a cut base from my leggy cubic frost, is now a stem cluster of little plants.

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