Jessie Keith
Family
Crassulaceae
Botanical Name
KALANCHOE manginii
Plant Common Name
Chandelier Plant
General Description
The trailing stems and brilliant flowers of this Madagascar native look beautiful spilling from a container or wall. A succulent perennial, it has fleshy, narrowly spoon-shaped leaves paired along wiry red-tinged stems. Small clusters of bright red bell-shaped flowers with protruding yellow anthers dangle from the stem tips in spring. Flower buds sometimes develop into plantlets, which drop from the stems and root.
For best growth provide bright light and average well-drained soil. Give plants midday shade in hot areas. Withhold water for several weeks after plants bloom, and water only sparingly at other times. It tolerates only the lightest frost. This succulent is perfect for hanging baskets and other containers.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
12 - 1
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USDA Hardiness Zone
11 - 15
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Sunset Zone
H2, 23, 24
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Plant Type
Cactus or Succulent
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade
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Height
6"-12" / 15.2cm - 30.5cm
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Width
12"-18" / 30.5cm - 45.7cm
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Bloom Time
Spring
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Native To
Madagascar
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Neutral
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Sand
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Tolerances
Drought
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Growth Rate
Medium
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Water Requirements
Xeric/Desert, Drought Tolerant
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Habit
Prostrate/Trailing
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
Red
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Green
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Green
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Green
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Foliage Color (Winter)
Green
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Fragrant Flowers
No
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Flower Petal Number
Single
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Repeat Bloomer
No
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
No
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Foliage Texture
Fine
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Foliage Sheen
Matte
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Evergreen
Yes
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Showy Bark
No
Special Characteristics
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Usage
Container, Hanging Basket, Houseplant, Rock Garden / Wall, Tropical
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Sharp or Has Thorns
No
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Invasive
No
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Attracts
Hummingbirds
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Self-Sowing
Yes
