Why people love it
The ghost plant has a soft, chalky sheen, like the inside of a seashell. Its color changes with the light: lavender-gray in shade, apricot-pink in full sun. It’s one of the easiest succulents to propagate. Leaves that fall off often root wherever they land.
Care in a nutshell
- Sun = color. Give it as much light as you can for the best tones.
- Let it trail. As rosettes age they grow along stems that arch over the pot edge. Cut and replant the rosettes if you prefer a tidy look.
- Handle gently. Leaves pop off easily and the powdery coating smudges.
Watch out for
- Leggy stems in low light.
- Mushy leaves from overwatering, especially in winter.
Fun fact: The species name says Paraguay, but this is a Mexican plant. Botanists place its home in northeastern Mexico.
