Graptopetalum bellum (Tacitus bellus)

Graptopetalum bellum is a compact and striking fleshy plant, valued for its perfect rosette and its large, vibrant flowers.

Main features:

• Leaves: thick, fleshy, gray-green or green-silver in color, arranged in flat and symmetrical rosettes, with a matte appearance.

• Flowers: large flowers (up to 2.5 cm in diameter), bright pink to red, with five pointed petals. Usually blooms in spring and early summer.

• Size: the rosette can reach a diameter of 10-15 cm; the plant remains low, close to the ground.

• Light: prefers strong indirect light or filtered sun; in areas with mild sun it can tolerate direct exposure.

• Watering: infrequent watering; allow the soil to dry completely between waterings. During the resting period (winter), watering is greatly reduced.

• Soil: very well-drained soil, ideal for cacti and fleshy plants.

• Temperature: ideal temperature is between 18°C and 24°C. Minimum tolerated about -4°C for short periods, but it is recommended not to expose below 0°C.

• Humidity: prefers dry air; high moisture can promote rotting.

• Propagation: by separating offsets or by leaf cuttings.

Height with pot included approx. 8 cm

Note: At the time of listing all specimens showed stems/buds, but these may be lost by the time of order processing.