Kalanchoe×gildenhuysiiis a beautifulhybridsucculent with fuzzy - textured foliage . It was described in 2020 by Gideon F. Smith and Estrela Figueiredo .
Kalanchoe×gildenhuysiiGideon F.Sm . & Figueiredo
family unit : CrassulaceaeSubfamily : SedoideaeTribe : KalanchoeaeGenus : Kalanchoe
Private collection, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Photo by Santino Rischitelli. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
The specific name " gildenhuysii " ( enunciate gil - den - HEW - see - middle ) probably honors the botanistSean D. Gildenhuys .
Kalanchoe×gildenhuysiiis a hybrid that result from a hybrid betweenKalanchoe millotiiandKalanchoe tomentosa .
Kalanchoe×gildenhuysiiis a beautiful succulentshrubletwith tumid , basally woody branches and fleshy , furred leaves that have John Brown - tiptoe tooth on their margin . This intercrossed shares some characteristics with its parents but has some unique features . UnlikeKalanchoe millotii , it has more spear - shaped leaves , brown - atilt teeth along the margins , and pink - tinged flowers . compare toKalanchoe tomentosa , it has unsubtle leaves with distinctly toothed margin and smaller , less colorful flower . The leafage can take on pink or brown hues when the plant life is acquire in full sunshine .
Private collection, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Photo by Noelene Tomlinson. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
During other wintertime and spring , Kalanchoe×gildenhuysiiproduces dull clusters of flowers on erect straw .
luminance : Kalanchoe×gildenhuysiigrows best in full sun but usually apprise some fond subtlety during the hot summer days . When growing indoors , place it near a window with collateral sunlight . If it does not receive enough brightness , it may stretch .
Soil : The works needs soil that drain well and does n’t like " wet foot . " A commercial-grade potting mix for succulent will work well .
Private collection, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Photo by Noelene Tomlinson. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Temperature : Kalanchoe×gildenhuysiithrives in heat energy and humidness but can not handle freeze . It grows best inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones10a to 11b , with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30 ° F to 50 ° fluorine ( - 1.1 ° vitamin C to 10 ° carbon ) .
Watering : body of water the plant exhaustively from spring to fall , but allow the soil to dry between waterings . Overwatering can cause stem putrefaction . Reduce lachrymation during winter ; only irrigate it enough to preclude the leafage from shrivel .
Fertilizing : Fertilize occasionally during the growing time of year with a balanced fertilizer dilute to half or quarter strength , and apply it every two weeks .
Private collection, Manila, Philippines. Photo by Argie Salango. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Repotting : The plant life thrives well when it is repotted frequently . For optimum growth , repot it every two years in spring . Go up one mickle size every fourth dimension you repot .
Propagation : Kalanchoe×gildenhuysiican be easily pass around by foliage and root cuttings . For best resultant , take cuttings in spring .
see more atHow to Grow and wish for Kalanchoe .
Kalanchoe×gildenhuysiiis not toxic to masses but should be kept away from pets because consuming it may cause vomiting , diarrhea , and heart arrhythmias .
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