Within the genus Kalanchoe is one of the most toxic species for humans and pets, its cultivation being necessary with responsibility; its toxin concentrations can cause serious pathologies. It is not the most common in nurseries, although it enjoys great beauty and multiplies easily; In some places it is considered invasive.
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Scientific Name
Kalanchoe prolifera (Bow.) R.-Hamet
Common Names
Blooming Boxes
Synonyms: Bryophyllum proliferum
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sedoideae
Tribe: Kalanchoeae
Genus: Kalanchoe
How to grow and Care
Kalanchoe plants are fun to grow from cuttings. The vegetative stems produce the best plants and root quickest. Take a 2- to 3-inch section and strip off the bottom couple of leaves. Let the cutting sit out in a warm, dry location to form a callus on the end.
Plant the cutting in pre-moistened peat and perlite up to the first leaf. Enclose the entire pot in plastic to form a little terrarium and conserve the moisture. Place the pot in a bright window with indirect light. Cuttings will root in 14 to 21 days and are then ready to transplant.- Learn more at HOW TO MAKE FLAMING KATY (KALANCHOE BLOSSFELDIANA) CUTTINGS
Plants may grow well in southern Florida year round or outside in USDA zones 8 to 10 during the summer months.
Kalanchoe care is minimal but be cautious about light levels. Strong southern light can burn the tips of the leaves. Place pots in partial sun to light shade areas when growing kalachoe plants.
The best planting mix is 60 percent peat moss and 40 percent perlite.
Cut off spent flower stems and pinch back leggy growth to force a compact plant.
Water the plant deeply and then allow it to dry out completely before you give it further moisture.
Fertilize once per month during the growing season with a houseplant food... - Learn more at CARE, BREEDING AND TIPS OF KALANCHOE FLOWERS PLANT
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