Copper Spoons

Family

Crassulaceae (sedum family)

Origin

Magadascar

Description

Kalanchoe orgyalis is an evergreen plant which has attractive succulent, spoon-shaped, rusty-copper leaves held opposite each other on the stems. The leaves' coloration is due to small felt-like hairs which cover the leaves' upper surfaces. Over time they fade to match the silvery-gray color of the hairs on the leaves' undersides. Kalanchoe orgyalis is a moderately slow-growing plant, and over time will form an nicely branched small shrub. In spring and summer, Kalanchoe orgyalis blooms on panicles with bright yellow-green flowers.

Environment

Locate the Kalanchoe in bright, but indirect light for several hours per day. When growing Kalanchoe outdoors, avoid direct afternoon sun.Too much direct sunlight may cause leaves to become sunburned

This plant does need good drainage and is best potted in a soil mix containing ECA or sand for sharper drainage.

Landscape Use

Suitable for Container, Rock Garden & Xeriscaping