Page 18b. Graptopetalum filiferum

 

Graptopetalum filiferum in bud


Graptopetalum filiferum in flower

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Graptopetalum filiferumS.Watson (Whitehead)
Location Chihuahua Mexico.
This miniature plant forms clumps of grey green rosettes, each leaf terminating in a filiform (long and slender - curly). The inflorescence develops into a 5-10 cm tall, branching, with many flower buds which open as attractive cream and red flowers.
Another most unusual succulents, it excels with its captivating inflorescence.
Unfortunately this is a plant which I no longer have due to damp conditions, which "saw the plant off".

CULTIVATION is easy using a well drained compost and full light with no water allowed to collect in the rosettes. In the growing season, water when dry, from the base using a plant saucer. In the winter turn the saucer over to ensure that no surplus water collects. Minimum winter temperature of 5ºC with good light.
 Re pot every 1/2 years using a sandy compost with slow release fertiliser.

PROPAGATION is easy with care, from offsets taken in the summer. They can be slow to take so use a gritty seed type of compost.

 

 

 

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