Kalanchoe porphyrocalyx

Also Known As

Bryophyllum porphyrocalyx
Bryophyllum sulphureum
Kalanchoe sulphurea
Pearl Bells Kalanchoe

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 8"-18"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

11-12

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Kalanchoe porphyrocalyx plant details

Kalanchoe porphyrocalyx is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In winter purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kalanchoe porphyrocalyx

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in winter
Uses: compact, container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, showy, tropical-looking, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalanchoe porphyrocalyx

USDA Zones: 11 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

PEARL BELLS KALANCHOE - The fleshy foliage consists of slender, rectangular leaves with gentle serrations. Compact and bushy growing up to 8" tall. Clusters of flowers at the end of deep purple stalks. The grape like bell flowers have trumpeted ends and are bright purple. Blooms heavily during the shorter days. Likes bright light, morning sun. Minimum temps 50 °F. Likes to dry between waterings. A real easy care plant. Very showy in bloom.