Kalanchoe sexangulares

Family: Crassulaceae (Crassula family)

Common names: Red-leaved Kalanchoe (E); Rooiblaarplakkie (A);

Native to: Southern Africa

Succulent

An erect succulent plant with attractive red foliage.

Kalanchoe sexangulares

EVERGREEN

FULL SUN

FROST HARDY

LOW WATER REQUIREMENTS

FAST GROWER

ATTRACTS INSECTS

FLOWER COLOUR:

AVERAGE SIZE:

0.5m x 0.3m

FLOWERING TIME:

J F M A M J J A S O N D

DESCRIPTION

A hardy and water-wise succulent that grows in a low, rounded form. It has attractive serrated green leaves that turn ruby-red in winter (if planted in a sunny position). The thick leaves will remain green if the plant is grown in a shaded position. It produces a cluster of small yellow flowers that are rich in nectar and attracts insect pollinators.

WILDLIFE & ECOLOGICAL BENEFITS

The flowers are rich in nectar and attract numerous insects.

WATER REQUIREMENTS

Water sparingly.

MAINTENANCE

Prune back after flowering to keep the plant neat.

LANDSCAPING USES

GARDEN THEMES

Rockery, Succulent

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