×Graptophytum 'Supreme'

Scientific Name

×Graptophytum 'Supreme'

Synonym(s)

×Pachyveria 'Supreme', ×Pachyveria 'Light and Lovely'

Scientific Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Nothogenus: ×Graptophytum

Origin

×Graptophytum 'Supreme' is an intergeneric hybrid most likely created in the United States. The parentage is unknown.

Description

×Graptophytum 'Supreme' is a succulent plant with an upright growth habit. The leaves are fleshy, purplish-blue-green, and cluster in rosettes that can reach a diameter of up to 8 inches (20 cm). They are covered with a fine waxy coating and may develop red or brown hues depending on the season and growing conditions.

The flowers are pale yellow with red markings and appear from late winter to early spring.

Hardiness

USDA hardiness zone 10a to 11b: from 30°F (-1.1°C) to 50°F (10°C).

How to Grow and Care

The rules for Graptopetalum care are similar to those for most succulents. All require lots of sunlight to look their best. In addition, these plants require gritty, porous soil with excellent drainage. Water regularly over summer, letting the soil dry out between waterings. Minimal water is required over winter. Overwatering causes root rots, and the plant can get several pest infestations. Fertilize once during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to 1/4 strength.

Graptopetalums are generally easily propagated by seeds, leaf cuttings, or offsets. Any rosette that breaks off can root and start a new plant. Even a leaf that drops off quickly roots below the parent plant and produces a new rosette. The new plant feeds off the leaf until it shrivels and falls off. By then, the new little plant had rooted and sprouted new leaves.

See more at How to Grow and Care for Graptopetalum.

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