
Tacitus Bellus
Also known as
Chihuahua Flower, Chihuahua Flower and Tacitus bellus
Taxonomy
Graptopetalum bellus
Graptopetalum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Tacitus Bellus

How often to water your Tacitus Bellus

every 12
Tacitus Bellus needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt 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.
Water 0.5 cups every
12

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Chihuahua Flower in your home

a window
Tacitus Bellus love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Tacitus Bellus does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Tacitus Bellus in your home š”.

How to fertilize Tacitus Bellus

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Tacitus Bellus after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Tacitus Bellus 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.
Sunlight Needs
Tacitus Bellus requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Tacitus Bellus 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.
Soil
Tacitus Bellus is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnāt 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!
Fertilizer
Tacitus Bellus grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itās common for Tacitus Bellus 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
Tacitus Bellus is native to Mexico and Arizona.
Care Summary for Tacitus Bellus
Tacitus Bellus
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
