silver bracts
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A compact perennial succulent, forming rosettes of short, rounded, fleshy silvery-grey leaves, that are sometimes flushed pink in strong light. In late spring and early summer, upright stems produce bright red flowers, almost completely enclosed in long silvery bracts
Scientific classification
- Species
- silver bracts (Pachyphytum bracteosum)
- Genus
- Pachyphytum
- Family
- Crassulaceae
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- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent · Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Autumn · Winter · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of silver bracts
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of silver bracts
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silver bracts care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown at 19-24°C in spring, or by leaf cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in sharply drained cactus compost in a greenhouse (minimum 5°C), or as a houseplant on a sunny windowsill. Water moderately while in growth and keep almost dry at other times. Apply a low-nitrogen fertiliser every 6-8 weeks in spring and summer. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs when grown under glass
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