Kalanchoe Thyrsiflora – Paddle Plant

The Paddle Plant is an easy-to-care-for air-purifying succulent, boasting large, thick, water-storing paddle-shaped leaves. Its real allure lies in its remarkable ability to transform its vibrant colours. With shifts in light and temperature, this captivating succulent unveils mesmerising red-wine tips, oscillating between opulent jade greens and fiery reds, dynamically adapting to the seasons with an elegant show of colour.

Horty Hints

Give me a twirl! Rotating this plant a quarter turn every week or do will encourage even growth and colouring.

All or nothing! When watering, soak the soil and then leave to dry completely. Rinse and repeat!

No to ice and a slice! Kalanchoe thyrsiflora can be sensitive to cold shock, so use room-temperature water and water the soil, not the leaves.

Light

Will thrive in bright light year-round, but can cope with partial shade for a while. Rotating every few days can help encourage even growth and colour.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out in between waterings, infrequent soakings are recommended. Avoid getting water on the leaves as this will damage the plant.

Temperature

Will thrive in temperatues between 15°C and 24°C, can tolerate drops to as low as 10°C.

Humidity

Kalanchoe tomentosa will be happy with average household humidity levels.

Feed

Will appreciate a cactus fertiliser solution once every 1 – 2 months in spring and summer.

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Height & Growth Rate

Very slow growing, ultimate height of 0.6m

Toxicity

The Kalanchoe thyrsiflora is known to be toxic when ingested, keep away from pets and children.

Air Purifying

Kalanchoe filter airborne toxins such as benzene and formaldehyde and are part of our clean air plant collection.

Origin

Kalanchoe thyrsiflora is a succulent native to South Africa.

Please note: images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.

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