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Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi

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Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi, a succulent plant (also called a succulent) in the family Crassulaceae and the genus Kalanchoe, is also known as lavender scallops. This species prefers a warm, cool climate and cannot tolerate high temperatures or strong sun. Its leaves are brightly colored, its form is flower-like, its plant shape is attractive, and its roots are unusual, giving it extremely high ornamental value. It is native to the dry, sunny tropical regions of Madagascar.

Growth habits

Native to Madagascar. It prefers a warm, dry, sunny environment. It is drought-tolerant and afraid of excessive moisture. In winter, do not let it drop below 10°C.

Favorite temperature: 15-20°C

Watering: 1-2 times per week during the growing season

Light: full sun

Propagation: cuttings

Pests and diseases: brown spot disease, whiteflies

Combination suggestions: Sedum rubrotinctum, Sedum adolphi

Care tips for Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi

Repot every spring, and prune the plant when repotting. Use a potting mix of leaf mold, nutrient soil and coarse sand. After potting, place it in sunlight to grow. If kept in shade for a long time, the stems and leaves tend to become leggy, the internodes are not compact, and the leaves are dull and lusterless. During the growing season, the potting soil should not be too moist; water once a week. During the growing season, fertilize once a month or use a special fertilizer for potted flowers. If there is too much fertilizer and water, the plant's internodes will stretch, the leaves will become soft, and it will be prone to disease.

Propagation methods for Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi

Cuttings: can be done throughout the year, with spring and autumn being preferable. Cut mature terminal branches for cuttings; they root in about 7-10 days after insertion.

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