Kalanchoe pinnata image • Photo: Author Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz• CC BY-SA 4.0
A succulent perennial plant growing up to 1m (39in) tall with fleshy cylindrical stems and reddish-tinged young growth. Features thick, fleshy elliptical leaves with serrated margins that develop bulbils (miniature plantlets) along leaf edges. Produces terminal panicles of pendulous red-orange tubular flowers with four lobes. Notable for vegetative reproduction through leaf margin plantlets that root when detached.
Plant Care Overview
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Care Guide
Essential requirements for your Kalanchoe pinnata
Light Requirements
Bright, indirect light
Light conditions can affect leaf color and growth rate. Adjust placement as needed based on your plant's response.
Watering Schedule
Every 1-2 weeks (allow soil to dry between waterings)
Humidity Needs
low humidity
Always check soil moisture before watering. Adjust frequency based on your home's conditions.
Temperature Range
60-85°F (15-29°C)
Native Climate
Native to Madagascar
Keep away from drafts, heaters, and air conditioners which can stress your plant.
Soil Type
Well-draining sandy or succulent mix
Fertilizer
Balanced houseplant fertilizer during growing season
Consider repotting every 1-2 years to refresh soil nutrients and accommodate growth.
Propagation
Methods to grow more Kalanchoe pinnata plants
Leaf plantlets (bulbils) that form naturally on leaf margins. Detach plantlets and place on soil to root.
Plant Info
Characteristics and background information
Madagascar
moderate
Up to 1m (39in) tall
Perennial
Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, and rarely abnormal heart rhythm. Flowers contain highest concentration of toxins.
Toxic parts: All parts, especially flowers. Contains cardiac glycosides (bufodienolides).
Indoor Blooming
This plant can produce flowers indoors when given proper care.
Bloom Season
Year-round in optimal conditions
Flower Description
Red-orange tubular flowers with four lobes, 5cm (2in) long, arranged in pendulous panicles. Yellowish base with red-purple streaks and prominent stamens.
Fun Fact
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe famously gifted plantlets to visitors and wrote about its remarkable propagation in 1817.
Troubleshooting
Solutions for typical issues with your Kalanchoe pinnata
Yellowing leaves, mushy stems, and soil odor from overwatering
White cottony masses on leaves and stems
Sudden leaf loss and soft foliage
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