FREE: 2 Flippin FlapJack Plants Kalanchoe Luciae

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You get 2 little rooted plants about 3"-4" tall.
Often mistaken as Kalanchoe thyrsiflora, this plant is now known to be the closely related Kalanchoe luciae These leaves are highly pruinose (densely covered with white powder which protects from excess light) and blush red on the margins. The color is especially intense in the cooler winter months, and the blush extends to cover nearly all of the leaf. The leaves emerge from a basal central point, like stacked "platters" giving the plant a very dramatic architectural form. Native to South Africa. Produces small flowers atop a tall stalk, after which that particular stem will die. To encourage the formation of new young plants at the base, cut the emerging flower stalk before flowering begins. Porous soil with ample airflow. Prefers bright light or filtered sun. Drench completely when soil is dry.Can tolerate heat, and bright light. Protect from frost. This succulent has been likened to clam shells, because of the shape of the basal rosette of the thick 4-6 inch long by 2-5 inch wide rounded leaves. The leaves are covered with a gray bloom and the leaf margin takes on a reddish hue during cooler winter months if grown in bright light otherwise the leaves remain uniformly green. In late winter into early spring arises a single long stem, to 2-3 feet, bearing clusters of pale yellow tubular flowers. Plant in full sun to light shade. Hardy to around 27° F - plants survived and resprouted after several nights around 25° F in January 2007. Protect from snails which permanently disfigure the leaves. Common names are Red Pancakes & Desert Cabbage. Kalanchoe luciae is a succulent native to South Africa. Desirable for its large, thick, spatula-shaped leaves that turn blush red at the margins, the plant is often grown as a houseplant but can also be planted in the ground outdoors in desert climates. This showy plant makes an excellent conversation piece and requires only basic culture.
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