Hardy Kalanchoe. Iː or kal un koh ee or kal un kee also written kalanchöe or kalanchoë is a genus of about 125 species of tropical succulent flowering plants in the family crassulaceae mainly native to madagascar and tropical africa kalanchoe was one of the first plants to be sent into space sent on a resupply to the soviet salyut 1 space station in 1971. In cold climates and sunlight they typically turn a bright pink hue.
Kalanchoes are native to madagasgar and thrive in arid environments making them popular succulents growers are drawn to kalanchoe for its ease of care and interesting leaves and flowers which bloom consistently throughout the year in response to daylight. Kalanchoe will die of root rot if planted in saturated soils. Grow kalanchoe outdoors in soil amended with peat that drains well.
With large green glossy leaves the kalanchoe is an attractive and easy going plant that s ideal for your indoor garden.
Iː or kal un koh ee or kal un kee also written kalanchöe or kalanchoë is a genus of about 125 species of tropical succulent flowering plants in the family crassulaceae mainly native to madagascar and tropical africa kalanchoe was one of the first plants to be sent into space sent on a resupply to the soviet salyut 1 space station in 1971. Kalanchoe ˌ k æ l ə ŋ ˈ k oʊ. The deep green scalloped leaves of the kalanchoe are just as attractive as the flowers. The colors are dependent on temperature soil dryness and sunlight you can count on this plant to tell you how it feels about it.