×Cremnopetalum’Fred Wass '
Family : CrassulaceaeSubfamily : SempervivoideaeTribe : SedeaeNothogenus:×Cremnopetalum
×Cremnopetalum’Fred Wass ' is ahybridthat results from a cross betweenCremnophila nutansandGraptopetalum paraguayense .
Private collection, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Photo by Santino Rischitelli. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
×Cremnopetalum’Fred Wass ' is a succulentshrubletthat formsrosettesof shaft - shaped , powdery spicy - green folio at the end of ab initio arch then fall stems . The stalk are fleshy , woody at the root , basally branch , and can get up to 12 inches ( 30 cm ) foresightful and 0.7 inch ( 1.8 centimeter ) in diameter . The leaf are narrower than those ofGraptopetalum paraguayense , not as blockheaded as those ofCremnophila nutans , and take on beautiful pink to brown chromaticity when expose to full sunlight . They can appraise up to 1.6 inches ( 6.5 atomic number 96 ) long , up to 1.1 in ( 2.7 cm ) wide , and 0.4 inch ( 1 cm ) thick .
During spring , the plant bring forth clusters of flowers on leafy stubble that can maturate up to 8 in ( 20 centimetre ) long . The flowers havesepalsthe same color as the leaves and pale greeny - whitepetalsthat have dark blood-red temporary hookup and are more greeny - yellow in the upper third .
Light:×Cremnopetalum’Fred Wass ' require full sun to partial shade for optimal growth . Therefore , place it near the brightest windowpane in your domicile . In addition , if you be after to move the plant outdoors in spring , do it step by step and debar exposure to acute afternoon sun .
Private collection, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Photo by Santino Rischitelli. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Soil : Having soil that drains promptly is most important for grow a healthy succulent . While many grower choose tocreate their own grunge mix , commercial grease for succulents will make for very well .
Temperature : in high spirits temperatures are not a job as long as there is plenty of fresh melodic line , but ×Cremnopetalum’Fred Wass ' is a attender succulent and must be brought indoors if there is a risk of freeze down temperatures . It grows best inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones10a to 11b , with ordinary minimal winter temperatures ranging from 30 to 50 ° F ( -1.1 to 10 ° degree centigrade ) .
Watering : This flora prefer the " soakage and dry " method acting during the grow season . Water profoundly and lease the stain completely dry out before watering again . Water meagerly during the winter , only enough to keep the flora from shriveling . Above all , if you have a dish under the bay window , do not forget to empty the excess H2O .
Private collection, Aadorf, Switzerland. Derivative of a photo by Emmanuelle Aubé viaInternational Crassulaceae Network.
Fertilizing : Although it can grow well without plant food , ×Cremnopetalum’Fred Wass ' may gain from redundant nutrient . Feed only during the growing time of year and apply a H2O - soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength .
Repotting : If growing this plant in a container , repot as call for in give or early summertime , but ensure the soil is dry before you commence . Also , always utilize a container with drain holes .
Propagation:×Cremnopetalum’Fred Wass ' is easily circularise by leaves or offsets . Therefore , fountain is the best time to take leafage cuttings or separate offshoot .
Private collection, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Photo by Santino Rischitelli. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
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×Cremnopetalum’Fred Wass ' has no toxic effects reported . However , although it is safe for mature around children andpets , it is not advisable to run through it .
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