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Aeonium glutinosum
The plant likes sunny locations, but can also tolerate partial shade.
Always water a few days after the substrate has dried out. Reduce watering in winter.
It can withstand temperatures down to -1.1 °C for short periods. However, the plant is not frost-resistant.
The epithet glutinosum means "sticky" – referring to the slightly sticky branches and inflorescences of this plant.
Aeonium glutinosum is a shrubby succulent native to the Macaronesian region, occurring mainly on the island of Madeira, more rarely on Porto Santo and Deserta Grande, usually up to an altitude of 300 m, exceptionally up to around 1700 m. The nickname Viscid Houseleek refers to the sticky surface of the stems and inflorescences. The species epithet glutinosum means “sticky” and relates directly to this characteristic.
The plant forms bowl-shaped rosettes of light to dull green leaves with reddish margins. The leaves often show brownish stripes along the midline and near the tip. The rosettes can reach up to about 22 cm in diameter, while the whole shrub may grow to a height of around 60 cm.
The flowers are star-shaped and monocarpic, meaning that the rosette dies after flowering. Under our conditions, the plant does not usually flower.
Aeonium glutinosum requires a well-draining substrate and a sunny position. During winter, it should be kept rather dry, with watering reduced to a minimum. When repotted into a larger container, it grows quickly and branches naturally, and propagation is possible by cuttings. It is a robust succulent suitable for growers who want a fast-growing and more space-filling species.