Kalanchoe blossfeldiana (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)

Botanical name

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana

Other names

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, Flaming Katy

Genus

Kalanchoe Kalanchoe

Species

K. blossfeldiana - K. blossfeldiana is a houseplant with rounded, succulent, shiny leaves that have scalloped margins. From winter through to spring, it bears dense clusters of bright red flowers.

Foliage

Evergreen

Habit

Compact

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Colour

Flower

Red in Spring; Red in Winter

Foliage

Green in All seasons

General care

Propagation methods

Leaf cuttings, Stem tip cuttings

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Monthly care advice

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Where to grow

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana) will reach a height of 0.3m and a spread of 0.2m after 2-5 years.

Suggested uses

Conservatory, Indoor

Cultivation

Plant in free-draining compost and position in a bright spot with a minimum temperature of 10ºC. Allow the surface of the compost to dry out thoroughly between waterings.

Soil type

Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)

Soil drainage

Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Light

Full Sun

Aspect

South, West

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.

Indoor heated (H1)

Defra's Risk register #1

Plant name

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)

Common pest name

Necrotic spot

Scientific pest name

Impatiens necrotic spot virus

Type

Virus or Viroid

Current status in UK

Present (Widespread)

Likelihood to spread in UK (1 is very low - 5 is very high)

2

Impact (1 is very low - 5 is very high)

3

General biosecurity comments

Pest of mainly ornamentals and vegetables; present in the UK; and covered by the EU listing of Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus. To be kept under consideration in light of a review of the EU listing.

About this section

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Date updated: 7^th March 2019 For more information visit: https://planthealthportal.defra.gov.uk/