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| Category: Succulent |
| Family: Crassulaceae (Stonecrops) |
| Origin: Madagascar |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Green Yellow |
| Bloomtime: Winter |
| Synonyms: [Kalanchoe vantieghemi] |
| Height: 10-16 feet |
| Width: 6-12 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 30-32° F |
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Kalanchoe beharensis (Velvet elephant ear) - This is a slow growing succulent tree-like shrub with large, undulating, olive-green, slightly-triangular leaves which have a soft, velvety texture. It may grow to an eventual height of 12 ft. Once mature, it produces small, greenish yellow flowers in winter. It is frost tender and drought tolerant. Sun or shade. The name Kalanchoe is somewhat of a mystery - there is some thought that it comes from a phonetic transcription of the Chinese words 'Kalan Chauhuy' meaning "that which falls and grows", likely in reference to the plantlets that drop from many of the species but others believe it from the ancient Indian words 'kalanka' meaning "spot" or "rust" and 'chaya' meaning "glossy" in reference to the reddish glossy leaves of the Indian species K. laciniata. The specific epither "beharensis" is in reference to the occurrence of this plant at Behara, Madagascar.
This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Kalanchoe beharensis .
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