Scientific Name
×Pachysedum 'Ganzhou'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Nothogenus: ×Pachysedum
Origin
This succulent is an intergeneric hybrid, possibly resulting from the cross between Pachyphytum viride and Sedum craigii.
Description
×Pachysedum 'Ganzhou' is a beautiful small succulent with stems branching from the base and bearing colorful finger-like leaves with a powdery coating. The stems grow more than 10 inches (25 cm) long and 0.4 inches (1 cm) in diameter, bending downwards, sometimes with aerial roots. Leaves vary in color from pale pink to near magenta when young, becoming gray-green as they age. They are up to 2.5 inches (6.2 cm) long and 0.7 inches (1.7 cm) wide. At first, leaves are clustered in compact rosettes, later more or less distant, easily falling off and persistent only in the upper part of the stems. Flowers are bell-shaped with pink petals and sepals, the same color as the leaves, appressed at the petals. They appear in clusters on arching inflorescences in spring.
How to Grow and Care for ×Pachysedum 'Ganzhou'
Light: ×P. 'Ganzhou' thrive when exposed to direct sunlight. It will also grow in partial shade but 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 ×P. 'Ganzhou' in a container, choose a well-drained soil mix and a container with drainage holes.
Temperature: This plant will do well in hot weather, but its most active growth will occur in spring and fall. ×P. 'Ganzhou' can withstand temperatures as low as 30 °F (-1.1 °C). USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10a to 11b, 30 to 50 °F (-1.1 to 10 °C).
Watering: In spring and fall, water the plant thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Water more sparingly in winter. The plant does not need to be watered during its dormancy in summer except in arid conditions.
Fertilizing: Apply fertilizer to promote healthy growth, including flower production. Fertilize only during the growing season. A water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength is suitable and commonly used.
Repotting: ×P. 'Ganzhou' do not need frequent repotting. However, when your plant outgrows its pot, repotting in a new container with a fresh potting mix will encourage new growth. Repot in a 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 ×P. 'Ganzhou' 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 plant. The best time to take cuttings is spring.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Pachyphytum.
Toxicity of ×Pachysedum 'Ganzhou'
×P. 'Ganzhou' is generally non-toxic to humans and pets.
Links
- Back to nothogenus ×Pachysedum
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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