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Basic Info
Graptopetalum paraguayense ‘Ghost Plant’ is one of the most beautiful succulent type that you can find easily. When the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 30 cm (12″) tall and about 10 cm (4″) in diameter. the plant is best known for having fleshy green leaves that look fantastic. When the plant produces flowers expect white flowers from summer.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sedoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Grapropetalum
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Ghost Plant succulent can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Ghost Plant healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Graptopetalum paraguayense ‘Ghost Plant’
This succulent type is a small one which is very similar to Echeveria. The flowers are different so when it blooms, it can be easily spotted. The best color of this succulent can be seen under the full sun.
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 30 cm (12″) tall
- Grows up to 10 cm (4″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9a -6 °C (20 F)
- Best propagated by leaves and cuttings
- Generally not known to be harmful to people or animals
- Grows best during Summer
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Where to Plant
Graptopetalum paraguayense succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is not suitable for indoor growth for the plant’s health.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at the zone 9a which is around -6 °C (20 °F).
How to Propagate Graptopetalum paraguayense ‘Ghost Plant’
Graptopetalum paraguayense can be propagated by leaves and cuttings. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Graptopetalum paraguayense ‘Ghost Plant’ By Leaves
When propagating this succulent with leaves, (Learn How to Propagate Succulents in detail here.) you should get a leave carefully from the mother plant. It should be a healthy leave that has no part left on the stem. In this way, the propagation will work. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
How to Propagate Graptopetalum paraguayense ‘Ghost Plant’ From Cuttings
When propagating Ghost Plant from cuttings, cut a leaf from the mother plant carefully with a clean knife or scissors. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
Origin and Habitat
Graptopetalum paraguayense ‘Ghost Plant’ is native to Mexico.
