×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san' is often sold as ×Graptosedum 'Francesco Baldi'. However, it can be distinguished from the latter by its shorter stems, smaller rosettes, more colorful leaves in winter, longer inflorescences, and golden yellow flowers.
Scientific Name
×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Nothogenus: ×Graptosedum
Origin
×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san' is an intergeneric hybrid that results from a cross between Graptopetalum paraguayense and unknown Sedum. The origin is unknown.
Description
×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san' is a succulent shrublet with pointed, colorful leaves arranged in rosettes at the ends of the branches. It produces branches from the base, which can grow up to 14 inches (35 cm) long, while the rosettes can reach a diameter of 4 inches (10 cm). Initially, the branches are upright but tend to become decumbent or pendent as they grow. The leaves are green to bluish-green and covered with a fine waxy bloom. In the winter, the leaves take on a red to brownish-purple tinge.
During spring, ×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san' produces clusters of golden yellow, star-shaped flowers on branched stalks.
How to Grow and Care for ×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san'
Light: If you want your ×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san' to thrive, ensure it gets plenty of sunlight. However, it can also tolerate partial shade but may look slightly rangy. Therefore, when growing indoors, it is best to keep it near a sunny window.
Soil: Good drainage is most important for a healthy plant, so when growing it in a container, choose well-draining soil and a container with drainage holes.
Temperature: ×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san' prefers cooler temperatures, but it is not a cold-hardy plant. Its primary growth occurs during spring and fall while slowing considerably during winter. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10a to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30 to 50 °F (-1.1 to 10 °C).
Watering: Instead of giving the plant little splashes of water here and there, soak the soil until water runs out of the drainage holes. After that, wait for the soil to dry out completely before watering again. Water the plant sparingly during the winter, only enough to keep it from shriveling.
Fertilizing: To promote healthy growth and flower production, apply a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength during the growing season.
Repotting: ×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san' does not require frequent repotting, but when it has outgrown its container, repot it in a new pot slightly larger than the old one. After that, give the plant at least a week to readjust before watering.
Propagation: The easiest way to get a good-sized new plant is by taking stem cutting. It is also easy to propagate from leaves. Spring and summer are the best time to take cuttings.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Graptopetalum.
Toxicity of ×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san'
×Graptosedum 'Daniel-san' is considered non-toxic, so it is a safe plant for growing around pets and children.
Links
- Back to nothogenus ×Graptosedum
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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