How to Propagate the Graptopetalum 'Lora' Succulent? A Few Simple and Practical Methods
The Lora succulent is a type of succulent belonging to the Crassulaceae family, very small and cute, so how do you propagate the Lora succulent?
1. How to propagate the Lora succulent?
You can use leaf-cutting propagation or seed propagation:
Leaf-cutting propagation involves gently shaking off relatively robust leaves from the Lora succulent plant, then laying them flat on the soil with the leaf surface facing up. Generally after 2-4 weeks, small buds will grow. Once the small buds grow roots, they can be transplanted;
Seed propagation involves sowing the succulent seeds in a dedicated seedling tray, then covering with perforated plastic wrap, and waiting for them to sprout.
The Lora succulent is a Crassulaceae plant. Crassulaceae plants are distributed across most of the Northern Hemisphere, with a wide variety of species, about 35 genera and more than 1500 species. China has 10 genera and about 240 species, plus several introduced species grown as ornamental flowers. Plants in this family are perennial succulent herbs, flowering in summer and autumn, with small but abundant flowers in all kinds of colors.
2. How to grow the Lora succulent
1. Light
The Lora succulent loves light and can be grown in an environment with plenty of light, but when summer is too hot, be careful to provide appropriate shade, otherwise the succulent may wither or even die. In winter, be careful to keep it warm; it is best to grow it indoors.
2. Watering
Just water according to the growth of the Lora succulent. Succulents are plants that do not need frequent watering; during the growing season, watering once every 5 days is enough, and in winter the watering interval can be extended.
3. Fertilizing
The Lora succulent is generally fertilized once every 10 days; use a dilute fertilizer when fertilizing.
4. Temperature
The suitable growing temperature for the Lora succulent is 15-25°C; at this temperature, the succulent can grow faster.