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Ghost-plant (Graptopetalum paraguayense)

Ghost-plant (Graptopetalum paraguayense) is a striking succulent with chalky white to pale gray rosettes of fleshy leaves, producing delicate white star-shaped flowers.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal.

Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining succulent or cactus mix

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Infrequent feeding during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal.

Can tolerate some direct sun, but intense afternoon sun may scorch leaves.

Water

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining succulent or cactus mix

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-24°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Infrequent feeding during growing season.

Use a diluted succulent fertilizer once or twice in spring and summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.1-0.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Gray, White, Pink

Leaf Type

Fleshy

Flower Size

small

Optimal Sunlight Lux

65000

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Synonyms
Byrnesia weinbergii (T.B.Sheph.) Rose
Cotyledon paraguayensis N.E.Br.
Echeveria weinbergii T.B.Sheph.
Graptopetalum weinbergii (T.B.Sheph.) E.Walther
Sedum paraguayense (N.E.Br.) Bullock
Sedum weinbergii (T.B.Sheph.) A.Berger
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSaxifragales
  • familyCrassulaceae
  • genusGraptopetalum
  • speciesGraptopetalum paraguayense
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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None

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