Pachyphytum, with its compact rosettes and fleshy leaves, adds aesthetic charm to succulent collections and gardens. Its unique appearance, featuring varied leaf shapes and vibrant hues, makes it a sought-after ornamental plant. Pachyphytum units are admired for their decorative value, thriving in arid conditions and serving as delightful botanical accents.

Like many succulents, Pachyphytum can hybridise with other plants  such as Echeveria (Pachyveria) and Sedum (Pachysedum). Hybridisation often results in unique variations, combining the characteristics of the parent plants. This process, undertaken by enthusiasts and horticulturists, contributes to the diversity and beauty of succulent collections, offering novel and captivating specimens.