Kalanchoe dinklagei

Native to Madagascar and commonly known as the “Madagascar Tree,” Kalanchoe dinklagei is a unique succulent plant with unique foliage, making it an eye-catching specimen. Usually grown as a large shrub 5-10 ft tall, it can reach heights of up to 20 ft and form a small tree.

Kalanchoe are sun-loving plants, and they thrive when given full sun exposure. When young, they can be grown in direct or diffused light, although direct sun in the late morning or early afternoon is recommended. Water should be moderate, minimum once a week in the growing season, but soil should be allowed to dry between waterings. Overwatering will cause yellowing and rotting of leaves and stems.

Kalanchoe dinklagei produces fragrant pink and white, off-white flowers in early spring. These flowers can cascade delicately down the sides of the container.

Kalanchoe dinklagei can be grown in USDA Zones 9-11 and is suitable for growing in containers. Keep in mind that in cooler climates, extreme temperatures should be avoided, so overwinter indoors or in a warm location. Plant Kalanchoe in well-draining, nutrient-rich potting soil, and in a pot that has drainage holes. Place the pot in an area where they can receive full sun, and remember to water moderately, allowing soil to dry between waterings. If you are growing Kalanchoe in a colder climate, you can move the pot indoors and maintain in a warm, humid environment. For best results, refrain from fertilizing too often as this can cause leaf urling.

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• Bryophyllum beauverdii, Kalanchoe beauverdii (Kalanchoe)
• Bryophyllum daigremontianum, Kalanchoe crenato-daigremontiana, Kalanchoe daigremontiana (Mother of Thousands, Mother of Millions, Devils Backbone, Mexican Hat Plant)
• Bryophyllum delagoense, Kalanchoe delagoensis, Kalanchoe tubiflora, Bryophyllum tubiflorum, Bryophyllum verticillatum (Chandelier plant)
• Bryophyllum fedtchenkoi, Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi (Kalanchoe)
• Bryophyllum gastonis-bonnieri, Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri, Kalanchoe adolph-engleri, Bryophyllum adolph-engleri (Giant kalanchoe, Donkey Ears; Life Plant; Miracle Leaf; Sprouting Leaf; Sprout Leaf Plant; Leaf of Life; Good Luck Leaf, Tree Of Life)
• Bryophyllum pinnatum, Kalanchoe pinnata, Bryophyllum calycinum (Bahamas Breath Plant, Hawaiian Air Plant)
• Bryophyllum proliferum, Kalanchoe prolifera (Blooming Boxes)
• Kalanchoe beharensis (Velvet Leaf)
• Kalanchoe blossfeldiana (Flaming Katy, Christmas Kalanchoe, Florist Kalanchoe)
• Kalanchoe blossfeldiana hybrids (Kalanchoe, Christmas Kalanchoe)