Plant Care Graptopetalum bellum

Graptopetalum bellum

Also known as

Graptopetalum bellus

Taxonomy

Graptopetalum bellum
Graptopetalum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Graptopetalum bellum

💦 Water

How often to water your Graptopetalum bellum

Water needs for Graptopetalum bellum
0.5 cups
every 12

Graptopetalum bellum needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Graptopetalum bellum

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Graptopetalum bellum in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Graptopetalum bellum: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Graptopetalum bellum love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Graptopetalum bellum does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Graptopetalum bellum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Graptopetalum bellum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Graptopetalum bellum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Graptopetalum bellum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Graptopetalum bellum is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Graptopetalum bellum →

Common Graptopetalum bellum Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Graptopetalum bellum thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Graptopetalum bellum Water Frequency →

Graptopetalum bellum Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Graptopetalum bellum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Graptopetalum bellum Light Requirements →

Graptopetalum bellum Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Graptopetalum bellum is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Graptopetalum bellum Toxicity to Cats →

Graptopetalum bellum Toxicity to Dogs →

Graptopetalum bellum Toxicity to Humans →


💨 Humidity

Graptopetalum bellum prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Graptopetalum bellum Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Graptopetalum bellum is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Graptopetalum bellum →

When and How to Successfully Repot Graptopetalum bellum →


💩 Fertilizer

Graptopetalum bellum grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Graptopetalum bellum →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Graptopetalum bellum to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Graptopetalum bellum is native to Mexico and Arizona.


🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Graptopetalum bellum bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Graptopetalum bellum Flowers →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Graptopetalum bellum grows in a rosette pattern, with leaves neatly arranged in a circle. New growth will emerge from the center.

How and When to Prune Graptopetalum bellum →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Graptopetalum bellum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Graptopetalum bellum Temperature Tolerance →


🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Graptopetalum bellum can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Graptopetalum bellum →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Graptopetalum bellum. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


Care Summary for Graptopetalum bellum

Graptopetalum bellum

Graptopetalum bellum


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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