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Graptopetalum bellum

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Name Authority
Name Status (botanical)
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Growth Form Shrub

Description and Ethnobotany

Growth Form Rosette forming succulent to 10cm tall
Foliage Rosettes to 7.5cm wide; leaves dull green to bronze
Flowers Flowers dark pink, to 2.5 cm across

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Form
Landscape Uses Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun, Semi-Shade
Water Preference Little Water
Rootzone Tolerance Drought Tolerant, Low Humidity / Aircon
Planting Remarks Prefers cooler growing temperatures (25'c and below). In tropical lowland areas, best grown in areas that are airconditioned.
Pest(s) Sucking Insects
Propagation Method Seed, Leaf Cutting, Division

Foliar

Foliage Retention Evergreen
Mature Foliage Colour(s) Brown, Green - Light Green

Floral (Angiosperm)

Flower Colour(s) Pink

Image Repository

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Others

Master ID 29921
Species ID 4230
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Species record last updated on: 14 October 2021.
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