Kalanchoe Species, Penwiper Plant, Spotted Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe marmorata
| Family: | Crassulaceae (krass-yoo-LAY-see-ee) (Info) |
| Genus: | Kalanchoe (kal-un-KOH-ee) (Info) |
| Species: | marmorata (mar-mor-RAY-tuh) (Info) |
| Synonym: | Kalanchoe grandiflora |
| Synonym: | Kalanchoe macrantha |
View this plant in a gardenCategory:
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage:
Grown for foliage
Textured
Foliage Color:
Chartreuse/Yellow
Burgundy/Maroon
Height:
under 6 in. (15 cm)
Spacing:
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Where to Grow:
Danger:
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color:
White/Near White
Bloom Characteristics:
Bloom Size:
Bloom Time:
Mid Spring
Other details:
Soil pH requirements:
Patent Information:
Non-patented
Propagation Methods:
From leaf cuttings
From herbaceous stem cuttings
Seed Collecting:
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
Phoenix, Arizona
Carlsbad, California
Clayton, California
Fairfield, California
Los Angeles, California(3 reports)
Norwalk, California
Pleasant Hill, California
San Leandro, California
Simi Valley, California
Vista, California(9 reports)
Jacksonville, Florida
Melbourne Beach, Florida
Rockledge, Florida
North Las Vegas, Nevada
Brownsville, Texas
Corpus Christi, Texas
Houston, Texas
San Antonio, Texas
show allGardeners' Notes:
| Rating | Content |
|---|---|
| Positive | On Dec 3, 2014, BarBQue from North Las Vegas, NV wrote: I have two of these growing outside under an Ash tree in zone 8b. I was surprised, but thrilled to see flower buds at this time of year (December). I can't wait until they open to see what they look like! |
| Positive | On Jan 19, 2012, suguy from Simi Valley, CA (Zone 9a) wrote: This Kalanchoe grows vigorously for me -- doing well in large containers. |
| Neutral | On Feb 20, 2005, palmbob from Acton, CA (Zone 8b) wrote: Not sure why this plant is labeled as 10b... I have grown if for years in zone 9b and hadn't had too many problems (it does get a bit unhappy with frosts, but other than a bit of leaf damage, frost hasn't done too much damage (down to 24F!!). This is a well known and very commonly sold plant in southern California and I've seen it grown in lots of gardens. Hmmm. Known for its wide pale green to tan leaves with a wavy edge (not smooth) that are spotted black. Flowers white, profuse in winter but not terribly attractive. |
| Neutral | On Jul 22, 2003, Monocromatico from Rio de Janeiro, I had this plant years ago. I didnīt have sucess ebcause the soil conditions were not adequade. It needs a very well drained soil, preferably sandy ones. It also needs full sun or a few hours of shade every day, and regular waterings. |
