Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
1300499

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
tro

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 469 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299837

Common Names

  • Kalanchoe gracilipes
  • Graceful Kalanchoe
  • Graceful Paddle Plant

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Description

Kalanchoe gracilipes (also called Slender-Leaved Kalanchoe, 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 gracilipes is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kalanchoe gracilipes has small, yellow flowers with five 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 gracilipes 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 gracilipes

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

Kalanchoe gracilipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kalanchoe gracilipes?

Kalanchoe gracilipes

What is the natural habitat of Kalanchoe gracilipes?

Tropical and subtropical forests

How often should Kalanchoe gracilipes be watered?

Every 1-2 weeks, depending on the season

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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