Kalanchoe Tomentosa | Fuzzy Succulent
Kalanchoe tomentosa (fuzzy succulent, panda plant) is an excellent plant if you want to give your living room a tropical feel.
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For its furry and velvety-like leaves that resemble cat ears, this gorgeous slow-growing perennial succulent is known as the panda plant. The panda plant thrives in low light and humidity. It can endure years of neglect if kept indoors.
Kalanchoe tomentosa is a good houseplant in the milder parts of the country, but in winter, it prefers temperatures above 60 degrees F (16 degrees C). Fuzzy succulent is very drought tolerant and thrives in full sun or partial shade. The flowers are covered in fuzzy hairs. This plant will bloom in the summer.
About Kalanchoe tomentosa (Fuzzy succulent, Panda Plant)
Kalanchoe tomentosa (Fuzzy succulent, Panda Plant) Care
Panda Plant is a very adaptable plant and will tolerate many different light, temperature and watering conditions. This makes them an extremely easy houseplant to care for. It can handle neglect and will usually bounce back.
Soil
Panda Plant thrives best in soil that drains well. If you live in a humid climate, try to find a potting mix that is specifically designed for cacti and succulents.
Water
Panda plants are drought-tolerant plants, meaning they can survive in dry soil for weeks without water. You should only water it when the top of the soil becomes dry. Usual watering schedule for a panda plant looks like this: during warm and hot month water once in a week and in colder winter months, one every two weeks. Just make sure that the soil dries completely before watering. That is to say, follow general water care instructions for succulents.
Light requirements
They can take full sun to partial shade, but make sure to acclimate the plant first if you initially grew it indoors in low light conditions.
Fertilizer
You can use a fertilizer that is specifically formulated for succulent plants once every 2-3 months.
Temperature requirements
Kalanchoe tomentosa are cold hardy, meaning they will survive light frost for short periods of time without damage It prefers average warmth (65°F/18°C), but no direct sunlight in the winter. This plant can be grown indoors or outdoors in zones 9-11.
Climate requirements
This plant can be used as a houseplant and can also grow outdoors in mild climates. However, it cannot stand cold weather and frost.
Repotting instructions
Repotting recommended when the plant has outgrown its pot. To repot, remove soil from the roots, use a bigger pot, add with fresh potting mix and water thoroughly. Place the plant in a shady area for a few days to reduce water. Follow these steps to successfully repot your succulent.
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How to propagate kalanchoe
Kalanchoe tomentosa is easy to propagate by taking cuttings. Remove new growth from the stem tip and let it dry for several days before putting it in either water, moist potting mix, or rooting hormone powder (the latter two will greatly help the cutting take root faster). Place the pot in an area that will remain warm and out of direct sunlight until the new roots form.
Important to know
Kalanchoe plants are poisonous and should be kept away from pets and children; When ingested, kalanchoe can cause stomach pain, vomiting and diarrhea. If the sap gets on your skin it may cause an allergic reaction.
Conclusion
In the article, we discussed how Kalanchoe Tomentosa is a great houseplant to grow if you want a tropical feel. We also provided instructions on how to take care of it – from soil requirements and watering schedules, light needs and temperature preferences. If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment in the blog or send me an e-mail.
