Also known as Lavender Scallops · Milky Widow's Thrill · Milky Widow's-Thrill
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Kalanchoe laxiflora is a succulent with erect stems and fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves. It produces clusters of small, bell-shaped flowers, typically pink or red.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun
Allow soil to dry out between waterings
25% intensity
Reduce watering in winter
Well-draining succulent or cactus mix
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers 18-24°C; can tolerate cooler temps in winter
Infrequent
25% intensity
Diluted succulent fertilizer during growing season
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Low toxicity; all parts are toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is detrimental and can lead to root rot. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, ensuring excess water drains away.
Reduce watering significantly during cooler, dormant periods.
Prune to maintain shape and remove any dead or leggy stems. Pinch back stem tips to encourage bushier growth. Pruning is best done after flowering to avoid removing potential blooms.
Use clean, sharp tools for precise cuts.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus over for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Roots typically form within a few weeks.
Propagate in spring or summer for best results.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot slightly larger than the current one with drainage holes. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix.
Repot in spring before active growth begins.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Kalanchoe Laxiflora (Kalanchoe laxiflora) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Kalanchoe |
| Species | Kalanchoe laxiflora |
Similar in genus Kalanchoe
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