Kalanchoe tomentosa Chocolate Soldier

Teddy Bear Cactus

Family

Crassulacee

Origin

Madagascar

Description

Kalanchoe tomentosa  Chocolate Soldier is a beautiful, shrubby, slow growing, perennial,  succulent plant, up to 80 cm tall. The stem is robust, branched at the base and densely hairy, with the base becoming woody with age. The leaves are thinner and longer than for the standard species and much more brown all around the edges with nearly black markings at the tips. Flowers are small, bell-shapes and golden ginger in colour.

Environment

A full sun position will ensure your plant thrives. Water regularly; do not over-water and remember to water very sparingly

Landscape Use

Suitable for Container, Rock Garden & Xeriscaping