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Kalanchoe delagoensis

Also Known As

Bryophyllum delagoensis
Bryophyllum tubiflora
Bryophyllum verticillatum
Kalanchoe tubiflora
Chandelier Plant
Mother of Thousands

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'

planting zones

10a-12

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Kalanchoe delagoensis plant details

Kalanchoe delagoensis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kalanchoe delagoensis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, monocarpic, showy, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalanchoe delagoensis

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stalk dies after blooming. Light Shade. Orange or Red, Bell-shaped Flowers. Indoor.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Kalanchoe tubiflora, known as the chandelier plant or mother of thousands from the many plantlets it produces at the stem tips. Beautiful tubular bell shaped orange red flower clusters on tall stems resemble a hanging chandelier. Succulent like foliage requires very little care and withstands drought