Status:
valid
Authors:
Raym.-Hamet & H.Perrier
Source:
tro
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 95: 120 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299964
Common Names
- Kalanchoe mortagei
- Mortage's Kalanchoe
- Mortage's Kalanchoe
Description
Kalanchoe mortagei (also called Mortage's Kalanchoe, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with thick, fleshy, oval leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to Madagascar and is found in rocky, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Kalanchoe mortagei 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
The flowers of Kalanchoe mortagei are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kalanchoe mortagei can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be watered when the soil is dry. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Kalanchoe mortagei
Kalanchoe mortagei is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and greenhouses.
Kalanchoe mortagei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kalanchoe mortagei?
Kalanchoe mortagei
What is the common name of Kalanchoe mortagei?
Mortage's Kalanchoe
What is the natural habitat of Kalanchoe mortagei?
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,