X Graptoveria 'Opalina' (Care Guide With Pictures)

Basic Info

X Graptoveria is also commonly known as ‘Opalina’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 15 cm (6″) in diameter and 20 cm (8″) tall. The plants main features are the beautiful pale green to matt green leaves. When it blooms you can expect the succulent to produce yellow flowers.

Scientific Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Genus: X Graptoveria

Care and Propagation Information

Watering

X Graptoveria ‘Opalina’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Opaliana 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 X Graptoveria ‘Opalina’

This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy yellow flowers. It is a nice addition to your collection of plants especially if you have it displayed in a beautiful pot.

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Quick Facts:

Prefers full sun
Can be grown outdoor
Grows 20 cm (8″) tall

Grows up to 15 cm (8″) wide
Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
Does not handle cold well

Prefers Zone 10a-11b -1.1 °C (20 F)
Best propagated by offsets, cuttings, leaves, or seeds
Flowers are yellow

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Where to Plant

X Graptoveria ‘Opalina’ 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 better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.

This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 10a-11b which is around -1.1 °C (20 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Opalina in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.

When selecting what pot to use be sure that you understand the difference between the material used (See our guide on how to pick the best plant pot).

How to Propagate X Graptoveria ‘Opalina’

Opalina can be propagated by leaves, offsets, seeds, or cuttings. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store. You can learn all about How To Repot Succulents in our guide.

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 X Graptoveria ‘Opalina’ By Leaves

When propagating Opalina 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 X Graptoveria ‘Opalina’ From Cuttings

When propagating Opalina 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.

How to Propagate X Graptoveria ‘Opalina’ From Offsets

Opalina propagates from offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you might wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. 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 X Graptoveria ‘Opalina’ Using Seeds

This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.