Graptopetalum Superbum

Graptopetalum Superbum Care

Acevedo-rosas

What is the plant

Graptopetalum superbum (Beautiful Graptopetalum) - This succulent gem forms 5 inch wide flat open rosettes with fleshy, thick pale gray-lavender to pink colored leaves that cluster in rosettes at the end of thick stems. Old plants have been noted with stems as long as 7 feet but more typically this plant remains fairly compact, especially when grown in full sun. In late winter to early spring arise the 1 to 2 foot tall, open multiple-branched inflorescences holding dainty flowers with pale yellow petals with red markings on the tips, and with red sigma lobes and stamens, which like G. pentandrum number 5 while most other species of Graptopetalum have 10 stamens. Plant in full sun to light shade. Water occasionally to frequently. Hardy to 25 F or less. This easy to grow and prolific plant makes a good landscape plant or container specimen or even a hanging plant when stems elongate.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

min -4°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Plants growing outdoors in full sun and summer temperatures will appreciate a weekly drink, while houseplants may only need watering every other week. Water indoor ghost plants at soil level to prevent water from stagnating in the rosettes.
Fertilizer
All plants need nutrients to grow, but succulents can grow in low-nutrient soil, and excess fertilizing will burn the leaves. Using a soil-enriching approach like manure tea or a side-dressing of compost is enough to keep your ghost plants vigorous.
Sunlight
Ghost plants will be at their most handsome or full sun or bright dappled shade. Plants that don't receive enough light will be leggy, and may experience leaf drop. When growing as a houseplant, keep the ghost plant in a south or east-facing window.

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Soil
The more rainfall your area receives, the more drainage you must provide for ghost plants. If your garden has clay soil, use raised beds at least six inches tall and a planting mix with half grit, gravel, or sand, and half organic material like peat, coco coir, or commercial potting soil.
Temperature
Ghost plants thrive in hot weather, but excess humidity is a problem in areas with poorly draining soil.
Container
Ghost plants have a shallow root system and don't need frequent repotting. When your specimen has outgrown its container, be sure to handle the plant carefully and minimally to avoid damaging the powdery pruinose coating on the leaves, which is delicate.