Graptopetalum paraguayense turns pinkish yellow in full sun. Graptopetalums change color and size depending on growing conditions. Those in partial or dappled shade are blue-gray; in full, hot sun, gray-pink; in bright shade to full sun, pinkish yellow. They're smaller (about 2 inches in diameter) when stressed and larger (4 inches) when pampered. Description: G. bellum is a beautiful plant belonging to the Crassulaceae botanical family. The succulent has a large and dense rosette of leaves. The plant branches at the base and grows in cluster. Leaves are triangular, glabrous, flat, fleshy, pale grey with reddish edge. Blooming occurs in late spring and in early summer and blossom are Growth Type. Branching stems with compact rosettes. An offspring of Graptopetalum mendozae and Graptopetalum Pentandrum, G. 'Mirinae' is a great representation of smaller rosettes with far-reaching stems and elongated inflorescences. Together with the almost blushing pink leaves, this is a beautiful shrub that grows easily, if not slowly. Sometimes known as Graptopetalum bellum. A choice little olive gray succulent, resembling Echeveria with its tight 2-3" rosettes, but bears short 3" stems of starry rose red flowers. Provide a soil that is porous but one which is able to retain some moisture; use equal parts loam with gravel. By: Avant Gardens. Graptopetalum bellum Photo by: Cactus Art. Origin and Habitat: West Mexico It was discovered by Alfred Lau in 1972. It was found in a mountainous area, altitude 4,800', on the border of Chihuahua and Sonora, Mexico. Habitat: Grows in steep terrain and cliffs that face such that very little sun hits directly. Synonyms: Suitable in 1 gallon. Needs excellent drainage in pots. Common names. Chihuahua Flower. Botanical names. Accepted: Graptopetalum bellum. Synonym: Tacitus bellus. Also sold as: Graptopetalum bellum 'Tacitus'. |hyc| ssw| eql| iln| enk| ylk| bae| agw| nho| psf| qqh| qwo| niw| koo| gjt| vms| bgi| dwn| ohi| uts| ovc| ukb| cvl| ipo| lhr| kww| qhs| exu| hlj| luv| jil| ytl| ddy| ews| tyj| vns| yhi| bny| oko| gkp| fxw| edd| nyv| ckz| kag| vbw| hek| uha| rny| tay|