Graptopetalum mendozae
Graptopetalum mendozae
Graptopetalum mendozae by Stickpen (CC0)
Full Sun
Easy care
Light watering
Tender
H5-H1c
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
30cm | Max | 20cm |
15cm | Min | 10cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
-
autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Graptopetalum mendozae Overview
Graptopetalum mendozae is a hardy succulent with pale grey-white coloured, rounded leaves. In spring, they produce dainty sprays of miniature star-shaped white flowers. This species is spectacular as a mass-planted, water-wise groundcover, they are very easy to propagate from leaf cuttings. It typically grows to around 15cm high and with strong sunlight, the foliage develops darker shades.
Common problems with Graptopetalum mendozae
Pest free.
How to propagate Graptopetalum mendozae
Cuttings
Place leaves directly on soil, do not water, they will begin to develop roots over time.
Seed
Special features of Graptopetalum mendozae
Pot plant
Does well in pots and its rangy habit causes it to cascade over the edge. Also useful in hanging baskets.
Attractive leaves
Drought resistant
The fleshy succulent leaves store water to survive drought.