Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
358080

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britten

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 2: 394 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357412

Common Names

  • Kalanchoe welwitschii
  • Welwitschii Kalanchoe
  • Welwitschii

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Description

Kalanchoe welwitschii (also called 'Welwitsch's Kalanchoe', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a prostrate habit and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, petiolate, and have a ovate shape. It is found in disturbed areas, open fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Kalanchoe welwitschii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is a great source of nectar for pollinators. It can also be used as a groundcover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kalanchoe welwitschii is yellow and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, delicate plant with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kalanchoe welwitschii is an evergreen succulent that can be propagated by stem cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Kalanchoe welwitschii

Kalanchoe welwitschii is found in Angola, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe.

Kalanchoe welwitschii FAQ

What is the common name of Kalanchoe welwitschii?

Welwitsch's Kalanchoe

What is the scientific name of Welwitsch's Kalanchoe?

Kalanchoe welwitschii

What is the native range of Kalanchoe welwitschii?

Africa

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 kew-2335604: Based on the initial data import
James Britten (1846-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britten' in the authors string.