Because of its facetted leaves, Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones' is often believed to be Pachyphytum compactum. However, the flowers indicate otherwise.
Scientific Name
Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones'
Synonym(s)
Pachyphytum 'Chiyoda No Matu'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sedoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Subtribe: Sedinae
Genus: Pachyphytum
Origin
Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones' is a hybrid with Pachyphytum compactum in the parentage. The other parent is possibly Pachyphytum hookeri.
Description
Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones' is an attractive small succulent with upright stems that bear green, strongly facetted leaves. The stems can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall and often branch from the base. The leaves are thick, fleshy, and usually crowded in the uppermost part of the stems.
This hybrid has a few different clones, each with slight variations. One of the clones has leaves that turn brownish when exposed to full sun and pretty pinkish flowers. However, the most common clone has green leaves and paler flowers.
The bell-shaped flowers appear in spring on arching stalks that can reach up to 8 inches (20 cm) in length.
How to Grow and Care for Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones'
Light: Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones' thrives in direct sunlight. While it can tolerate partial shade, it may result in slightly rangy growth. When growing indoors, keep it near a sunny window.
Soil: This plant requires good drainage to maintain a healthy root system. While many growers prefer to create their own soil mix, commercial soil for succulents will work fine.
Temperature: Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones' is a winter grower and will stop actively growing when it warms up. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 9a to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 20 to 50 °F (-6.7 to 10 °C).
Watering: Although a winter grower, this plant is most active during spring and fall. Water thoroughly, then wait for the soil to dry out completely before watering again. During the winter, water sparingly. As the plant goes dormant in spring, it does not need to be watered except for arid conditions.
Fertilizing: During the growing season, apply a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength to promote healthy growth and flower production.
Repotting: If growing Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones' in a container, repot it in a pot with drainage holes when it outgrows its pot. Give the plant a week or so to readjust before you water it.
Propagation: The easiest method to propagate this plant is by stem cuttings, although it can also be propagated from leaves. Even a leaf that drops off will root below the parent plant and produce a new plant. For best results, take cuttings in the spring.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Pachyphytum.
Toxicity of Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones'
Pachyphytum 'Chiseled Stones' is generally non-toxic to humans and pets.
Links
- Back to genus Pachyphytum
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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