Graptopetalum Mirinae

Mexican Snowball Succulent

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Compact succulent with fleshy rosettes shifting from green to pink-purple in bright light. A Mexican native prized for drought tolerance and ease of care indoors.
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Plant Details

Common Name Mexican Snowball Succulent
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Graptopetalum
Species Mirinae
Origin Mexico
Blooming Small star-shaped flowers in late spring; primarily grown for foliage color.
Leaf Color Green to pink-purple
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with perlite or pumice for aeration

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Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce significantly during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun to maintain color; provide filtered light in extreme summer heat indoors

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during active growth (spring/summer) only.

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Pruning

Remove dead leaves and offsets for propagation or shape control.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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