Status:
valid
Authors:
Drake
Source:
tro
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Hist. Nat. (Paris) 9: 41 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299777
Common Names
- Linearifolia Kalanchoe
- Linearifolia Flapjacks
- Linearifolia Paddle Plant
Description
Kalanchoe linearifolia (also called Narrow-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 linearifolia is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and low-maintenance requirements. It is also used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kalanchoe linearifolia has yellow flowers and small black seeds. Its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kalanchoe linearifolia is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from leaf cuttings. To propagate, take a healthy leaf and cut it into sections. Allow the cuttings to dry for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the plant should root within a few weeks. It can also be propagated from stem cuttings.
Where to Find Kalanchoe linearifolia
Kalanchoe linearifolia can be found in gardens, nurseries, and online retailers.
Kalanchoe linearifolia FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Kalanchoe linearifolia?
Kalanchoe linearifolia prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much sunlight does Kalanchoe linearifolia need?
Kalanchoe linearifolia needs bright, indirect sunlight.
How often should I water Kalanchoe linearifolia?
Kalanchoe linearifolia should be watered every two weeks, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
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,