Kalanchoe prittwitzii, known for its striking appearance and robust nature, is a captivating succulent that adds charm to any garden or indoor space. Native to Central and East Africa, including regions such as Sudan, Ethiopia, and Somalia, this plant thrives in diverse environments from forest margins to rocky slopes at elevations between 450 to 2,200 meters.
This succulent is easily recognizable by its erect or basally decumbent stems and glaucous leaves, which are sometimes adorned with maroon or purple spots near the margins on their underside. The leaves are ovate, oblong, or obovate, measuring up to 25 cm in length and 13 cm in width, with irregularly serrated to scalloped edges. In spring, Kalanchoe prittwitzii produces tubular flowers in many-flowered clusters. These blooms range in color from whitish- or yellowish-green to cream with a yellow throat, and occasionally appear yellowish-pink.
Growing Kalanchoe prittwitzii requires a sunny location, though it appreciates some partial shade during the hottest part of the day. Indoors, place it near a window with indirect sunlight to prevent stretching. This succulent prefers well-draining soil, typical of commercial mixes for succulents. It flourishes in warm, humid conditions and can tolerate temperatures as low as -1.1 °C but is intolerant to frost.
Watering should be thorough but infrequent, allowing the soil to dry out completely between watering sessions to avoid stem rot. During winter, reduce watering to just enough to prevent leaf shriveling. Occasional fertilizing with a balanced, diluted fertilizer during the growing season will keep your Kalanchoe prittwitzii thriving. Regular repotting every two years in spring promotes healthy growth.
Propagation is straightforward with this succulent, whether by seeds, offsets, or leaf and stem cuttings. Spring is the ideal time for taking cuttings and separating offsets, while seeds can be sown in spring or summer.
Kalanchoe prittwitzii not only brings a touch of the exotic to your plant collection but also offers the resilience and ease of care that makes it suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Kalanchoe prittwitzii plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
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- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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