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Graptoveria

Origin

Graptoveria is not a naturally occurring genus. All succulents belonging to this genus are hybrids, resulting from crossbreeding of the genera *Graptopetalum* and *Echeveria* . *Echeveria* and *Graptopetalum* both belong to the Crassulaceae family. * Graptopetalum* is originally native to Mexico and Arizona , while * Echeveria* is native to Mexico, Peru, and Texas.

Appearance

Like their parent plants, the succulents are rosette-shaped. The leaf colors are very variable; they come in various shades of green, gray, and pink. The flowers are often yellow and grow on inflorescences that protrude from the rosette.

Care

Location: Graptoveria thrive in a bright, sunny location. They also tolerate direct sunlight very well. A good place is, for example, a south-facing window.
Substrate: A mixture of cactus and succulent soil and mineral components is suitable as a substrate. The substrate should be loose and permeable so that excess water can drain through the hole in the bottom of the pot.
Watering: This genus needs relatively little water. As a rule, only water when the substrate is dry. Good drainage prevents waterlogging. Succulents generally tolerate this very poorly, as the roots can start to rot.
Fertilizer: During the growing season, you can fertilize approximately once a month with cactus and succulent fertilizer. During the dormant phase, succulents no longer require fertilizer.
Summer/Winter: In summer, the succulent can be placed outdoors after gradually acclimating it to direct sunlight. It should be brought back indoors at temperatures below 5°C. In winter, the temperature should be around 10°C. Fertilizing stops at this time, and watering is reduced.

Popular species

x Graptoveria `Topsy Debbi´: In English, due to its spoon-like leaves, it is also known as x Graptoveria `Lilac Spoons´. The leaves have a lilac-grey color and are arranged in a stemless rosette.
x Graptoveria opalina: This succulent has thick, upright leaves arranged in a rosette. They have a bluish-green color and become slightly pink at the leaf tips. The rosette can reach a diameter of 15 cm.

Note: Graptoveria are, as far as is known, non-toxic, however, no guarantee can be given for their compatibility with animals.

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