Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Panda Plant'

Scientific name

Kalanchoe tomentosa

General description

Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Panda Plant' is a very popular succulent, recognizable by its fleshy, gray-green, fuzzy leaves edged with dark brown hairs reminiscent of a panda's colors. It forms a compact rosette or small shrub, with a soft, tactile texture that adds decorative charm.

Origin

Native to Madagascar, grows in semi-arid regions where it tolerates poor, sunny soil conditions.

Care

• Light : Bright indirect light, can tolerate a few hours of mild sunlight, especially in the morning or late afternoon.
• Watering : Water when the soil is completely dry; avoid overwatering to prevent rot. In winter, space out the watering.
• Humidity : Likes normal to low room humidity; does not require a high humidity environment.
• Temperature : between ~15 and 27°C; protect from frost and prolonged cold temperatures.
• Substrate : very well-draining mix, containing sand or perlite, cactus/succulent substrate, with good drainage.

Special advice

• Use a pot with a drainage hole.
• Remove dead or dry leaves to keep the plant clean and prevent disease.
• Fertilize lightly in spring/summer with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
• Do not wet the hairy leaves to avoid stains and rot.