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Kalanchoe grandiflora
Also Known As
- Kalanchoe macrantha
- Kalanchoe marmorata
- Kalanchoe somaliensis
- Penwiper Plant
- Spotted Kalanchoe
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 10b-11
Kalanchoe grandiflora plant details
Kalanchoe grandiflora is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Kalanchoe grandiflora
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalanchoe grandiflora
- USDA Zones: 10b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Kalanchoe grandiflora plant
How to Grow Kalanchoe grandiflora
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 6"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Kalanchoe beharensis maxima, Felt Plant, Naked Feltleaf, Velvet Elephant Ear
Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 10'-16'
Width: 6'-12'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
aka Desert Cabbage, Paddle Plant, Pancake Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 10"-12"
Width: 12"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Bryophyllum fedtschenkoi, Kalanchoe Stonecrop, Lavender Scallops, South American Air Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry in summer
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