Quetzalcoatlia superba succulent plant
Quetzalcoatlia superba purple leaves
Quetzalcoatlia superba flowers
Quetzalcoatlia superba flowers
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Quetzalcoatlia superba, Graptopetalum superbum
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Often sold under the name Graptopetalmu superbum, Quetzalcoatlia superba is native to Mexico. Its pale purple, almost pink foliage is a delight for fans of colorful succulents.
How to recognize Graptopetalum superbum (Quetzalcoatlia superba)?
Quetzalcoatlia superba is a succulent plant. Its growth habit is creeping, when it has a single rosette, but erect, even bushy, when it produces offshoots. It then reaches a height of 30 centimetres.
The flexible, brown stem can be creeping or erect. It measures just one centimetre in diameter.
The light purple leaves grow in rosettes fifteen centimetres in diameter. They are obovate, with pointed apices. A waxy bloom covers the fleshy, hairless leaf blades.
Quetzalcoatlia superba flowers in spring. The flowersare borne on a slender floral spike, but measure up to 40 centimetres in height. With their five petals, they resemble stars, like those of Sedum mendozae. White with red highlights.
Whether called Quetzalcoatlia superba or Graptopetalum superbum, the plant is non-toxic. You can grow and handle it without risk. It presents no danger to humans or animals, even if ingested.
Our maintenance tips
Quetzalcoatlia superba can be planted outdoors in regions with mild, dry winters.
Spray
Quetzalcoatlia superba grow in arid regions and do not like humidity. No need to spray them.
Repotting
In spring, transfer your Quetzalcoatlia superba to a larger pot, so that it can continue to grow.
Obtain a pierced pot one size larger than the previous one.
Fill the bottom with a very light, draining substrate such as commercially available potting soil for cacti and succulents. Plant your Quetzalcoatlia superba in the center and add potting soil. Stop a few centimetres below the rim of the pot to form a watering trough.
Tamp down and wait three or four days for the soil to dry before watering.
Fertilization
You can feed your Quetzalcoatlia superba with a fertilizer for cacti and succulents.
Prune
Cut the flower stems flush once the flowers have faded, and remove dead leaves as you go along.
Use a clean, sharp tool to prevent the spread of disease and promote healing.
Use a clean, sharp tool to prevent the spread of disease and promote healing.
Plantation
Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball. Plant your Quetzalcoatlia superba, taking care not to bury the leaves. Fill in with garden soil.
Cutting
Locate a healthy leaf on the outside of the plant. Cut it off at the base with a clean, sharp tool.
Leave it to dry for two days, until a growth forms at the tip.
Fill a perforated pot with potting soil for cacti and succulents. Place your leaf horizontally on the substrate, without burying it.
Place your cutting in a bright, dry, frost-free spot.
Moisten the soil by spraying it with water. But be careful! Too much water may cause your Quetzalcoatlia superba to rot.
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| Family | Crassulaceae - Crassulaceae |
| Type | Quetzalcoatlia - Quetzalcoatlia |
| Species | Quetzalcoatlia superba - Quetzalcoatlia superba |
| Lifecycle | Perennial |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
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| Planting methods |
Open ground In pots In tubs Planter |
| Category | |
| Tags |
Beginner Flowery Increvable |
| Origin |
North America |
| Hardiness (USDA) | 10a |
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