With the popularity of succulents, more and more people are beginning to pay attention to and love this cute little plant. Among many succulents, the species "Lun Yue" and "First Love" are particularly concerned due to their unique charm. What are the differences between these two popular succulents? This article will make a detailed comparison from aspects such as appearance, growth habits, and propagation methods to help everyone better understand these two succulents.
Comparison of appearance1. Lun Yue
Lun Yue, also known as Moon Shadow, belongs to the Sedum family, Sedum sect. Its leaves are emerald green with white powder on the edges, as if moonlight is sprinkled on the leaves, hence the name "Lun Yue". The leaves of Lun Yue are closely arranged in a rosette shape, with wavy edges, giving a sense of elegance.
2. First Love
First Love, also known as First Love Grass, belongs to the Sedum family, Lithops sect. The leaves of First Love are pink with white powder on the edges, like the shy cheeks of a girl. The leaves of First Love are closely arranged in a rosette shape, with wavy edges, giving a romantic feeling.
Comparison of growth habits1. Lun Yue
Lun Yue prefers a sunny and well-ventilated environment, drought-resistant and cold-resistant. In the growth process, Lun Yue requires plenty of sunlight to ensure the color and shape of the leaves. Lun Yue is not strict with soil requirements, but it is suitable to use sandy soil that is loose, breathable, and has good drainage.
2. First Love
First Love also prefers a sunny and well-ventilated environment, drought-resistant and cold-resistant. Compared with Lun Yue, First Love requires more sunlight to maintain the pink color of its leaves. In terms of soil selection, First Love is also suitable for sandy soil that is loose, breathable, and has good drainage.
Comparison of propagation methods1. Lun Yue
The main propagation methods of Lun Yue are division and cutting. Division is suitable for vigorous Lun Yue, where the plant is divided into several parts and planted separately. Cutting is suitable for leaf propagation, where Lun Yue leaves are inserted into the soil and can become new plants after they take root.
2. First Love
The propagation methods of First Love are similar to those of Lun Yue, including division and cutting. Since the leaf propagation effect of First Love is better, cutting propagation is more common. Inserting First Love leaves into the soil can result in new plants after they take root.
Through the above comparison, we can see that there are certain differences between Lun Yue and First Love in terms of appearance, growth habits, and propagation methods. When purchasing succulents, you can choose the variety that suits you based on your preferences and maintenance conditions. During the maintenance process, pay attention to conditions such as sunlight and soil to ensure the healthy growth of succulents. I hope this article is helpful to you.