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ItalianoGhost plant
Graptopetalum paraguayense · Family Crassulaceae
Also known as: graptopetalum, mother of pearl plant, ghost succulent
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Every 12 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- No, keep it away from cats and dogs
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Care
Where to put it
A sunny windowsill or summer patio pot.
Light
Full sun brings out the pearly pink and lilac tones.
Watering
Water only when the compost is completely dry.
About the plant
The ghost plant forms rosettes in grey, pinkish and pearly tones, as if dusted with powder. It is easy to care for and propagate. Its stems trail over time, great for hanging pots.
Origin
Native to north-eastern Mexico, where it grows on rocky slopes.
What it likes
- Full sun
- Infrequent watering
- Free-draining compost
What it dislikes
- Too much water
- Low light
- Too much handling of the leaves
Did you know?
Despite the scientific name paraguayense, the species comes from Mexico.
