Flower Dust Plant (Kalanchoe pumila)
Kalanchoe pumila, the Flower Dust Plant, is a succulent with silvery-green foliage often tinged with pink or purple, producing small pinkish flowers.
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Sunlight
Bright, indirect light is ideal. Can tolerate some direct sun.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-draining succulent or cactus mix is essential. A gritty, sandy loam with good aeration is ideal.
Temperature
Prefers temperatures between 15-24°C. Protect from frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Bright, indirect light is ideal. Can tolerate some direct sun.
Avoid intense afternoon sun.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining succulent or cactus mix is essential. A gritty, sandy loam with good aeration is ideal.
Prefers temperatures between 15-24°C. Protect from frost.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures if dry.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Do not fertilize in fall/winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.6-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None, but may slow growth in winter
Leaf Color
Silvery-green, Pink, Purple
Leaf Type
Fleshy, ovate to oblong
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSaxifragales
- familyCrassulaceae
- genusKalanchoe
- speciesKalanchoe pumila
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
No