{"product_id":"graptopetalum-macdougallii-3-pot","title":"Graptopetalum macdougallii - 3\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eGraptopetalum macdougallii is a small, slow-growing succulent from the stonecrop family (Crassulaceae), native to Mexico. It forms tight, symmetrical rosettes of thick, fleshy, grey-green to bluish leaves that may flush pink or lavender under strong light and cooler nights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMature plants spread by producing offsets on short stolons, gradually forming neat clusters. In its growing season it sends up slender stalks bearing small, star-shaped pale-cream flowers marked with reddish dots, adding seasonal interest to an otherwise foliage plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts drought tolerance and modest size make it an easy choice for Indian homes and balconies, where it thrives in containers with bright light and minimal watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrassulaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMexico (Oaxaca)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-15 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-25 cm (clumping)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen fleshy grey-green leaves, often pink-tinted in bright light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale cream with reddish spots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring to early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm\/tropical; frost-free (suits most Indian plains)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright light; 3-4 hours of gentle direct sun or a sunny windowsill. Protect from harsh afternoon summer sun.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow. Water only when the soil is fully dry; reduce in monsoon and winter. Never leave roots in standing water.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGritty, fast-draining succulent\/cactus mix; add sand, perlite or coarse grit. Avoid heavy garden soil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal 15-30°C. Tolerates Indian summer heat with shade; protect below 5°C.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate; prefers dry air and good airflow. Dislikes prolonged dampness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight feeder. Dilute (half-strength) low-nitrogen succulent feed once a month in the growing season only.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal. Remove dried lower leaves and spent flower stalks; separate offsets to control spread.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2-3 years or when crowded, into a slightly larger shallow pot with drainage holes; do this in spring.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy from offsets, leaf cuttings or stem cuttings; let cuttings callus 1-2 days before placing on dry mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally trouble-free; watch for mealybugs and aphids. Avoid overwatering to prevent root and stem rot.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic to pets and humans, but not meant for eating.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Graptopetalum macdougallii is mainly an ornamental succulent valued for its tidy rosettes and low maintenance.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Indoor decor on bright windowsills, desks and shelves\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Balcony, terrace and small-space container gardening\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Succulent dish gardens, terracotta arrangements and rockeries\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Easy gifting plant and beginner-friendly succulent\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In Indian summers, shift the plant to bright shade or filtered light to avoid leaf scorch, and water sparingly only when the mix is bone dry.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;During the monsoon, keep it under cover and on the drier side, as excess humidity and soggy soil are the main cause of rot. Ensure pots drain freely.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In winter, growth slows; cut back watering further and give it the brightest spot available. Cooler nights and strong light bring out the best pink and lavender leaf tones.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Graptopetalum macdougallii in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater only when the soil has dried out completely, roughly every 7-12 days in summer and far less in monsoon and winter. Overwatering is the most common cause of failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be grown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, provided it gets very bright light, such as a south- or east-facing windowsill. In low light the rosettes stretch and lose their compact shape and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate this succulent?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt propagates easily. Detach an offset or a healthy leaf, let the cut end callus for 1-2 days, then place it on dry, gritty succulent mix and mist lightly until roots form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256136040694,"sku":"PLT-GRAPTOPETA2-P03-NA","price":299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-g-graptopetalum-macdougallii-laxmi-kamal-lakshmi-kamal-succulent-plant.jpg?v=1783921753","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/graptopetalum-macdougallii-3-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}