Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
alticola
ID:
1300214

Status:
valid

Authors:
Compton

Source:
tro

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 41: 47 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299552

Common Names

  • Kalanchoe Alticola
  • Highland Kalanchoe
  • Highland Kalanchoe

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Description

Kalanchoe alticola (also called Alticola Kalanchoe, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with a rosette of fleshy, triangular leaves with red margins. It is native to Madagascar and grows in rocky outcrops and crevices.

Uses & Benefits

Kalanchoe alticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Kalanchoe alticola are yellow and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with succulent leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kalanchoe alticola is an easy-to-grow succulent that requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division of the plant. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly, but not too often, and allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilize every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Kalanchoe alticola

Kalanchoe alticola can be found in Madagascar.

Kalanchoe alticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kalanchoe alticola?

Kalanchoe alticola

What type of plant is Kalanchoe alticola?

It is a succulent

Where is Kalanchoe alticola native to?

It is native to South Africa

Species in the Kalanchoe genus

Kalanchoe angolensis, Kalanchoe antennifera, Kalanchoe cherukondensis, Kalanchoe bogneri, Kalanchoe brachyloba, Kalanchoe bhidei, Kalanchoe chevalieri, Kalanchoe welwitschii, Kalanchoe velutina, Kalanchoe inaurata, Kalanchoe humifica, Kalanchoe humilis, Kalanchoe hauseri, Kalanchoe hametorum, Kalanchoe lokarana, Kalanchoe leblancae, Kalanchoe lindmanii, Kalanchoe longifolia, Kalanchoe lubangensis, Kalanchoe latisepala, Kalanchoe laciniata, Kalanchoe laetivirens, Kalanchoe lanceolata, Kalanchoe lateritia, Kalanchoe craibii, Kalanchoe crenata, Kalanchoe deficiens, Kalanchoe curvula, Kalanchoe cymbifolia, Kalanchoe campanulata, Kalanchoe faustii, Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi, Kalanchoe fernandesii, Kalanchoe flaurantia, Kalanchoe delagoensis, Kalanchoe dinklagei, Kalanchoe farinacea, Kalanchoe elizae, Kalanchoe scapigera, Kalanchoe schliebenii, Kalanchoe sanctula, Kalanchoe salazarii, Kalanchoe rosulata, Kalanchoe tetramera, Kalanchoe teixeirae, Kalanchoe ndotoensis, Kalanchoe richaudii, Kalanchoe montana, Kalanchoe olivacea, Kalanchoe manginii,

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

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