Scientific Name
×Graptosedum 'Ghosty'
Common Name(s)
Ghost Plant
Synonym(s)
×Graptosedum 'Poindexter'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Nothogenus: ×Graptosedum
Origin
This succulent is a hybrid, possibly resulting from a cross between Graptopetalum paraguayense and unknown Sedum species (it may be something like Sedum treleasei, which could impart the faceting).
Description
×Graptosedum 'Ghosty' is a beautiful succulent that forms rosettes of thick fleshy leaves at the end of decumbent or pendent, basally branched stems. It resembles Graptopetalum paraguayense but has plumper leaves with a hint of faceting and pale pearlescent hue. Flowers are yellow, sometimes with a minimal red flicking characteristic of Graptopetalum. They are star-shaped, 5-merous, and appear on branched inflorescences in spring.
How to Grow and Care for ×Graptosedum 'Ghosty'
Light: ×G. 'Ghosty' thrives in sunlight, so choose a location where it will receive full sun. However, it will also grow in partial shade with slightly rangy results. Therefore, keep it near a sunny window when grown as a houseplant.
Soil: The plant needs good drainage to maintain a healthy root system. When growing ×G. 'Ghosty' in a pot, choose a well-drained soil mix and a pot with drainage holes.
Temperature: This plant will do well in hot weather, but its most active growth will occur in spring and fall. ×G. 'Ghosty' can withstand temperatures as low as 20 °F (-6.7 °C). USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 9a to 11b, 20 to 50 °F (-6.7 to 10 °C).
Watering: The plant growing outdoors in full sun will appreciate a weekly watering in summer. Cut back on watering to about every 10 to 14 days when the weather cools down in spring and fall. Rather than giving the potted plant little splashes of water here and there, give it a good soaking until water runs out the drainage holes, then wait for the soil to dry out completely before watering again. In winter, water your plant just enough to keep it from shriveling.
Fertilizing: Apply fertilizer to promote healthy growth, including flower production. Fertilize during the active growing season. A water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength is suitable and commonly used.
Repotting: ×G. 'Ghosty' do not need frequent repotting. Instead, repot your plant when it has outgrown its container in fresh potting mix in a new pot slightly larger than the old one. Give the plant a week or so to readjust before you water it.
Propagation: The easiest way to propagate ×G. 'Ghosty' is through stem cuttings. It also easily propagates from leaf cuttings. Even a leaf that drops off will root below the parent plant and produce a new rosette quickly. The best time to take cuttings is spring and summer.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Graptopetalum.
Toxicity of ×Graptosedum 'Ghosty'
×G. 'Ghosty' is generally non-toxic to humans and animals.
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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