Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
calycinum
ID:
1300511

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299849

Common Names

  • Kalanchoe calycinum
  • Potted Kalanchoe
  • Potted Paddle Plant

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Description

Kalanchoe calycinum (also called Mother of Millions, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial native to Madagascar. It has thick, fleshy leaves that are green in color and are covered in small, white hairs. It grows in rocky, well-drained soils in sunny areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Kalanchoe calycinum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kalanchoe calycinum has small, bell-shaped flowers with five white petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kalanchoe calycinum is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by stem cuttings or division of the root clump.

Where to Find Kalanchoe calycinum

Kalanchoe calycinum can be found in gardens, nurseries, and online retailers.

Kalanchoe calycinum FAQ

What are the common names of Kalanchoe calycinum?

Kalanchoe calycinum is commonly known as the pink-flowered kalanchoe.

What is the natural habitat of Kalanchoe calycinum?

Kalanchoe calycinum is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of soil does Kalanchoe calycinum prefer?

Kalanchoe calycinum prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8901581: Based on the initial data import
Richard Anthony Salisbury (1761-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salisb.' in the authors string.