Crassulaceae
Ghost Plant: Low Water Needs
Graptopetalum paraguayense
Grow in full sun for vibrant colors and water only when the substrate is completely dry.
Every 14 days
Bright indirect
10° - 35°C
30% - 50%
Categories
What is Ghost Plant?
Ghost Plant (Graptopetalum paraguayense) is a easy-care plant from the Crassulaceae family. Graptopetalum paraguayense, commonly known as the Ghost Plant, is a perennial succulent native to Mexico. Its rosettes are composed of fleshy, pointed leaves that range in color from bluish-gray to lavender and pink, depending on sun exposure. It is famous for its extreme resilience and the ease wit...
Ghost Plant grows up to 30cm, with spread of 50cm, watering every 14 days, 10°C â 35°C, 30â50% humidity. It is suitable for indoor environments and safe for pets.
Care Guide
How to Water
Always test the moisture with your finger; if you feel any moisture, do not water. In winter, reduce watering drastically.
Lighting
Direct sunlight is essential to maintain the compact shape of the rosette; in the shade, the plant tends to etiolate (become leggy and weak).
Ideal Soil
Mix coarse sand or perlite into standard potting soil to ensure the water drains quickly.
Recommended Pot
Clay or terracotta pots with drainage holes, which help with the evaporation of excess moisture.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 60 days
Rotate
Every 15 days
Repot
Every 730 days
About Ghost Plant
Graptopetalum paraguayense, commonly known as the Ghost Plant, is a perennial succulent native to Mexico. Its rosettes are composed of fleshy, pointed leaves that range in color from bluish-gray to lavender and pink, depending on sun exposure. It is famous for its extreme resilience and the ease with which its fallen leaves grow new roots, making it a favorite among succulent beginners.
How to Propagate
Leaf Propagation
- Do not water the leaf directly until roots appear
- Avoid strong direct sun during the initial rooting process
- 1 Leaf Removal
Gently twist a healthy leaf off the main plant, ensuring the base of the leaf comes away intact.
- 2 Callousing
Leave the leaf in a dry, shaded spot for 2 to 3 days until the wound callouses over.
- 3 Nursery
Place the leaf on the surface of a moist substrate, without burying it, until small roots and a new rosette appear.
Materials needed:
Offset Separation
- Larger offsets have a higher survival rate
- Keep the soil slightly moist for the first few days after planting
- 1 Identification
Locate the small offsets (pups) growing at the base or along the stem of the mother plant.
- 2 Cutting
Cut the offset with a sterilized knife, keeping a small piece of the stem.
- 3 Planting
After callousing for 2 days, plant the offset directly into its permanent soil.
Materials needed:
Characteristics
Max height
30cm
Spread
50cm
Growth rate
Medium
Foliage
Evergreen
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
Is your plant showing symptoms?
Click on the symptom to discover possible causes:
Meaning & Symbolism
It symbolizes immortality and the capacity for renewal, due to its ability to be reborn from a single leaf.
Compare with similar plants
| Attribute | Difficulty | Light | Watering | Pet Safe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peace Lily | Easy | Low light | 4d | â ïļ |
| Swiss Cheese Plant | Easy | Partial shade | 10d | â ïļ |
| Golden Pothos | Easy | Low light | 8d | â ïļ |
| ZZ Plant | Easy | Low light | 18d | â ïļ |
