Kalanchoe thyrsiflora (Paddle Leaf)
Kalanchoe thyrsiflora (Paddle Leaf) with thick, flat, pale green succulent leaves growing in a stacked arrangement.
Botanical names: Kalanchoe thyrsiflora, Kalanchoe tetraphylla
Common names: Paddle Leaf, Flapjacks, Desert Cabbage
Family: Crassulaceae
Origin: South Africa
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9a
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Foliage color: Ornamental foliageThis Kalanchoe has large paddle-shaped leaves which redden beautifully from the margins in direct sunlight. Leaves can grow to be 6 inches long and 3-4 inches wide. It will form a lovely clump over time. Very similar to Kalanchoe luciae.
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Kalanchoe thyrsiflora (Paddle Leaf) green rounded leaves with pink edges reaching out from the center
Kalanchoe thyrsiflora (Paddle Leaf) succulent with thick rounded leaves in a terracotta container.
Kalanchoe thyrsiflora (Paddle Leaf) showing thick rounded leaves with green centers and maroon edges.
Kalanchoe thyrsiflora (Paddle Leaf) with thick green leaves bordered by reddish edges in a pot.
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