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Kalanchoe beharensis 'Fang'

Also Known As

  • Fang Stalactite Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Kalanchoe beharensis 'Fang' plant details

Kalanchoe beharensis 'Fang' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kalanchoe beharensis 'Fang'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rare, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalanchoe beharensis 'Fang'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Kalanchoe beharensis 'Fang', also known as Felt Plant, has velvety, silvery-green, cupped triangular leaves with irregular bumps and toothed bronze edges (The Fangs!). Will mature to an upright bush. Red-orange blossoms may appear in Spring, although if grown indoors this will be unlikely. Kalanchoe are low maintenance, requiring little water once established. Provide a well-drained soil away from reflected heat. Ideal in warm climate landscapes and container gardens, but is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ plant from frost!\n\n\n
An upright growing felt like irregularly lobed fleshy silver grey leaves covered in a fine hair. Underside of leaves are covered with fang like bumps or protuberances. White flowers. Likes sun to part shade. Quite unusual.

Gardening facts about Kalanchoe beharensis 'Fang' plant

How to Grow Kalanchoe beharensis 'Fang'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 10'-16'

Width: 6'-12'

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Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"-18"

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  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in winter
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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