A very attractive compact succulent with fleshy leaves and pretty star shaped flowers. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers May to July. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Graptopetalum bellum
A very attractive compact succulent with fleshy leaves and pretty star shaped flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Graptopetalum |
|---|---|
| Species | bellum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | red, pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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