Pencil Wiper. A very attractive succulent with scalloped grey frosted leaves and purplish brown markings. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers March to April. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Kalanchoe marmorata
A very attractive succulent with scalloped grey frosted leaves and purplish brown markings
Additional information
| Generic | Kalanchoe |
|---|---|
| Species | marmorata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Pencil Wiper |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | brown, grey |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Aphids |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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