Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
lateritia
ID:
358242

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1894: 19 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357574

Common Names

  • Kalanchoe lateritia
  • Laterite Kalanchoe
  • Laterite Spoonwort

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Synonyms

  • Kalanchoe cuisini De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Kalanchoe kirkii N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Kalanchoe zimbabwensis Rendle [unknown]
  • Kalanchoe crenata pseudolateritia (Raadts) Raadts [unknown]

Description

Kalanchoe lateritia (also called Painted Lady, Red-Edged Kalanchoe, and many other common names) is a succulent shrub with long, narrow, pointed leaves with red margins. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kalanchoe lateritia has been used as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets, as well as for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Kalanchoe lateritia var. prostrata Raadts
Kalanchoe lateritia var. pseudolateritia Raadts

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kalanchoe lateritia has small, white flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kalanchoe lateritia is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings from the parent plant and rooting them in a moist, well-draining medium. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Kalanchoe lateritia

Kalanchoe lateritia is native to Madagascar.

Kalanchoe lateritia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kalanchoe lateritia?

Kalanchoe lateritia

What is the common name of Kalanchoe lateritia?

Brick Kalanchoe

Where is Kalanchoe lateritia native to?

Madagascar

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