Mexican Hat Plant. An unusual succulent which produces plantlets along the toothed margins of the green spotted brown leaves. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers February to March. Full sun. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Kalanchoe daigremontiana
An unusual succulent which produces plantlets along the toothed margins of the green spotted brown leaves
Additional information
| Generic | Kalanchoe |
|---|---|
| Species | daigremontiana |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Mexican Hat Plant |
| Flower Colour | grey, violet |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, brown |
| Flowers From | February, March |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter |
| Border | Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Aphids, Downey mildew |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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