Kalanchoe Beharensis

Kalanchoe Beharensis

Common Name: Velvet Elephant Ear, Felt Bush
Scientific Name: Kalanchoe beharensis

Description:

• Type: Evergreen succulent shrub or small tree
• Height: Grows 3-10 feet tall, with a spread of 3-5 feet; smaller in containers
• Leaves: Large, triangular, and thick with a velvety, felt-like texture; gray-green to olive-green in color with wavy, scalloped edges
• Flowers: Produces small, tubular yellow-green flowers in late winter to early spring on tall, branching stalks; flowering is rare in some conditions
• Growth Speed: Slow-growing but long-lived and easy to maintain

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun; tolerates light shade, especially in hot climates
• Soil: Requires well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil; avoid heavy, water-retentive soils
• Watering: Drought-tolerant; water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings
• Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 9-11; sensitive to frost and prolonged cold
• Humidity: Thrives in dry climates; sensitive to excessive moisture and humidity
• Hardiness: Adaptable to arid and semi-arid regions, with excellent drought resistance

Special Features:

• Valued for its unique, sculptural foliage and velvety texture, making it a popular choice for xeriscaping and indoor collections
• Low-maintenance and resilient; thrives with minimal care
• Adds architectural interest to both indoor and outdoor spaces