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Elephant's Ear Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe beharensis)

Elephant's Ear Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe beharensis) is a striking succulent with large, velvety, paddle-shaped leaves, native to Madagascar. It's a popular ornamental housepl

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Can tolerate some direct sun, but may scorch in intense heat.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

More water needed in growing season, less in dormancy.

Soil

Well-draining

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Ideal range 18-24°C; can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during growing season.

Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer; avoid in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.5-1.2 m

Spread

0.6-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Silver

Leaf Type

Succulent

Flower Size

0.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Kalanchoe vantieghemii Raym.-Hamet
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSaxifragales
  • familyCrassulaceae
  • genusKalanchoe
  • speciesKalanchoe beharensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

Toxic if ingested

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