This succulent is distinctive because it produces beautiful pink flowers in autumn. However, with the right care, Copiapoa cinerea just might bless your garden with vibrantly colored flowers. However, if the temperature drops below 20deg Fahrenheit, the plant should be brought indoors. Succulents are a different story. Yucca, Saguaros Aloe and Dragon fruit are some examples of succulents. The leaves are usually a pale color with a greyish tint, but sometimes they can be a darker shade. There are several reasons your green succulent may change color.