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Kalanchoe plant is a genus of about 125 species of tropical, succulent plants in the stonecrop family Crassulaceae. It is a popular indoor plant because it’s drought tolerant and easy to grow. This plant prefers low-maintenance indoor plant that grows to about 6 to 12 inches tall with fleshy, succulent leaves. It’s native to Madagascar and tropical Africa. This plant has green leaves with oval-shaped and some variety develop red leaves when grown. Keep reading to learn our helpful tips on Kalancheo plant care.

Scientific classification Kalanchoe Plant

• Kingdom: Plantae
• Clade: Tracheophytes
• Clade: Angiosperms
• Clade: Eudicots
• Order: Saxifragales
• Family: Crassulaceae
• Subfamily: Kalanchoideae
• Genus: Kalanchoe

Kalanchoe Plant Prefers

• Light – Bright, indirect
• Soil – Loamy soil
• Soil pH – 6.0 to 6.5 
• Temperature – 68 to 81 ℉
• Humidity – 40 to 60%
• Bloom time – Winter and Spring
• Flower colour – Yellow, pink, white
• Native area – Madagascar and tropical Africa
• Toxicity – Human and pets

Kalanchoe Plant Care

In this article I have shared how to make your plant grow faster with proper amount of water, light, temperature, fertilizer.

Light

Kalanchoe plant prefers bright, indirect sunlight when grown indoors and at least 8 hours of direct sunlight outdoors. Low humidity and four hours of direct sunlight as well as 14 hours of darkness for 6 to 11 weeks are musts, too. It requires a period of six weeks with 14 hours of darkness. Around four months after this dark period, kalanchoe will bloom with colorful flowers. The sun is worshippers, so give them the brightest light you can for the longest time possible. A south-facing window is ideal, though west-facing will also work. 

Water

Most plant prefers to be water every one to two weeks. When your plants are hydrated for several weeks before you need to water.If it feels dry it’s time to water your plant.The best method to water a Kalanchoe is by bottom-watering it like other succulents. Although the temperature, humidity, and soil mix can all impact how often you should water, aim to water your kalanchoe plant about once every one to two weeks.

Soil

This plant prefers ideal potting mix for Kalanchoe is 60% peat moss and 40% perlite.Most mixes designed for succulents or cacti will be good for Kalanchoe. It needs loamy soil, which consists of equal parts silt, sand, and clay, works well whether your kalanchoe is kept indoors or outside. A succulent or cactus mix can also work just avoid regular garden soil or peat moss, which tend to stay moist.Balance organic and inorganic components for optimal growth. Maintain pH between 5.5-6.5 for proper nutrient uptake.

Temperature & humidity

These plants are able to tolerate temperatures as low as 45 degrees when planted outdoors. But they’ll do best at temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees. Kalanchoe plant tolerate cool temperatures but they prefer warmer side. During the summer, take care to move your kalanchoe undercover if the forecast is calling for several inches of rain.

This tropical plant prefers a relative humidity range of 40-60%. Native zones avoiding the extremes that could lead to fungal infections or dehydration. Understanding the difference between absolute and relative humidity is critical for plant health. You don’t have to create a proper environment so the exception of protecting. It can be a challenge to keep succulents happy in humid climates but if you use a well draining soil then you will able to grow these gorgeous plants.

Fertilizer

Use well balance liquid water-soluble fertilizer during the growing season like Spring and Summer. The flower of Kalanchoe need a good fertilizer to able to blooming well established flowers. Feed kalanchoe with Miracle Gro succulent plant food. Repot kalanchoe in early spring in a well draining succulent and cacti soil mix. Florist Kalanchoe should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year.

How to get propagate Kalanchoe Plant ?

You can propagate Kalanchoe plant through the stem cuttings. When cut the plant then concentrate this and planted it correctly. The wounds will send out roots creating a new plant. Another method is reproduce by seeds but it is more complicated and less successful. The stem cuttings spends 15 to 20 days for propagation.

Notice that, which stem will be selected that’s should be healthy and mature. Take clean sharp knife and cut the leaf or stem node. Allow the cuttings to dry out for a few days before planting into a small pot of cactus or house plant compost and watering in.

Kalanchoe Plant Pruning

Pruning is important part for growing your plant. The stems of a kalanchoe plant will help maintain its shape and promote more robust blooming. It’s required minimal pruning, but can be shaped by removing the top growth. The spring or early summer,before the plant begins to flower is the best time to pruning.Cut within ¹⁄₂ in of a leaf node to shape the plant. Find a leaf node that is pointed in the direction you want the stem to grow. This allows the plant to focus its energy on healthy new growth. When your Kalanchoe plant is looking a bit leggy, check its soil for moisture.

Common problem of Kalanchoe Plant

• Most common problem is overwatering or planting in a soil medium that holds water. 
• If the soil feels more like a swamp than a desert, you might be dealing with root rot.Soggy soil spells trouble for your Kalanchoe humilis. Excessive water can easily cause root and stem rot with these plants.
• Drooping leaves are a common sign of stress in kalanchoe plants. The most likely causes of drooping leaves are overwatering and underwatering.

Benefits of Kalanchoe Plant

1. Many varieties have also become traditional in Chinese New Year celebrations, given that the Kalanchoe is universally symbolic of wealth, prosperity and persistence.

2. This succulent’s easy-care nature also makes it a thoughtful gift, embodying a wish for uncomplicated prosperity. Its furry textured leaves are the symbol of prosperity and lucky charm. kalanchoe plants is a popular perennial indoor plant.

3. This plant is great to have in the sitting room. Having them in the bedroom also helps you sleep deeper and wake up more rested.These plants are employed in traditional medicine to treat gastric ulcers, respiratory infections, boils, wounds, and rheumatoid arthritis