Paddle Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe luciae
Also known as
Paddle Plant, Red Pancakes, Desert Cabbage, Dog Tongue, Pancake Plant, Northern White Lady, Flapjack Plant, Flipping Pancakes
Paddle Plant (Kalanchoe luciae) 3 by Mokkie (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Full Sun
Easy care
Light watering
Tender
H5-H1c
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
60cm | Max | 50cm |
20cm | Min | 20cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
Paddle Kalanchoe Overview
This succulent species has large, thick, spatula- to circular-shaped leaves that have a wide reddish tinge along their edges. Younger leaves and stems have a white, powdery coating which acts as protection from the sun and harsh environments. The younger inner leaves are upright and parallel, as they age they slant slightly outwards and often develop wavy edges. The plant produces numerous offsets throughout its life, ensuring replacements.
Common problems with Paddle Kalanchoe
Slugs and snails as well as other nibbling insects.
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How to propagate Paddle Kalanchoe
Cuttings
Cuttings root easily in well-draining mixtures.
Seed
Sow seed in sandy soil mix and keep moist.
Layering
New roots form where the succulent stem touches the soil. Cut off and replant.
Special features of Paddle Kalanchoe
Attracts birds
Nectar-rich flowers attrack birds like sunbirds
Attracts useful insects
Drought resistant
Indoor plant
Pot plant
Attractive flowers
Pretty yellow bell-shaped flowers.
Attractive leaves
The fleshy round leaves, resembling Flap Jacks, die back after flowering, but soon new ones emerge. The red border disappear in shade or with regular watering.