Ghost Plant (Graptoveria titubans)

Ghost Plant

Graptoveria titubans

Fleshy rosettes glow like frosted porcelain, soft and sculptural. Succulent perennial; common names: Ghost Plant, Porcelain Plant.

Full sun
1–2/week
Beginner
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Plant Needs

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Sunlight Bright direct to partial sun; acclimate gradually to full sun to avoid leaf scorch; tolerate partial shade with reduced leaf vibrancy
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Watering Water thoroughly only when the entire soil volume is completely dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
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Temperature Thrives in 15–25°C; tolerates light frost down to 5°C, avoid prolonged freezing temperatures
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Characteristics

  • Leaf: Thick, fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves with a powdery white farina; arranged in tight rosettes
  • Flower: Star-shaped, pale yellow blooms on tall, slender stalks above rosettes
  • Stem: Slender, trailing stems that root at nodes when in contact with moist soil
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Care Guide

Watering

Water when soil is fully dry; allow excess water to drain completely from container holes

Fertilization

Diluted succulent fertilizer once every 6 weeks. Use low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus fertilizer to promote compact growth and flowering

Eggshell powder topdressing:Crush fully dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to add calcium without burning delicate succulent roots
Pruning
  • Remove dead, shriveled leaves from the base of rosettes to reduce pest habitat
  • Trim leggy stems to encourage compact growth; propagate healthy cuttings from trimmed stems
  • Gently separate offset rosettes from the parent plant to propagate new succulents
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Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats; no reported toxicity

Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse health effects from ingestion or contact

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Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: N/A

Usage: Ornamental succulent for rock gardens, hanging baskets, and container arrangements; drought-tolerant ground cover in warm climates