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Graptopetalum amethystinum
Also Known As
- Graptopetalum amesthystnum
- Pachyphytum amethystinum
- Jewel-Leaf Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 9"-12"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Graptopetalum amethystinum plant details
Graptopetalum amethystinum is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer magenta and white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Graptopetalum amethystinum
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: magenta and white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Graptopetalum amethystinum
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Graptopetalum amethystinum
By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Graptopetalum amethystinum plant
How to Grow Graptopetalum amethystinum
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
- magenta
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
See other plant types of Graptopetalum for your garden
aka Graptophyllum 'Ghost Plant', Ghost Plant, Mother Of Pearl Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 6"-15"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Graptopetalum bellum, Tacitus bellum
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 4"
Width: 12"
- mostly shade
- low - drought tolerant
aka Graptopetalum paraguayense [Pink Form]
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 3"-10"
Width: 3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - low
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