Graptopetalum Plant
Graptopetalum (Graptopetalum paraguayense) is a succulent growing 4-6 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with slow growth in well-drained, sandy soil, requiring full sun and low moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Succulent
Height
0.1-0.3 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, sandy soil
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Mexico, USA
Climatic Condition
Arid, desert
Temperature (°)
15-25°C
Humidity (%)
30-50%
Potting media
Sandy cactus mix
Fertilizers
Low-nitrogen
Watering
Water sparingly, drought-tolerant
Plant Weight
0.2-0.5 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
0.3 - 0.4
Yield Per Plant
N/A
NPK ratio
02:02:02
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Known for its ornamental appearance and use in succulent gardens.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% cactus mix, 25% perlite, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Mealybugs, Aphids.
Yellowing, mushy leaves White powdery spots on leaves Brown or black spots on leaves White cottony masses on leaves Yellowing, distorted leaves
Improve drainage, reduce watering Neem oil, sulfur spray Prune affected areas, neem oil spray Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Fungicides containing myclobutanil, Copper-based fungicides, Systemic insecticides like imidacloprid.
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Potential skin benefits: Some succulents have skin-soothing properties.
- Ornamental stress relief: Growing succulents can improve mental well-being.