Kalanchoe beharensis x tomentosa ‘Fang’

velvet plant
Copper fuzz covers gray, studded leaves on this succulent shrub. Excellent container plant. Alluring felty texture.
Kalanchoe beharensis x tomentosa 'Fang'Kalanchoe beharensis x tomentosa 'Fang'
height 2–4ft
width 1–2ft
tolerates Coast, Drought, Heat, Pots
water
needs
Low – Moderate
water
info
Summer growing succulent appreciates going mostly dry (but not totally dry) during summer. Avoid additional water during winter unless rains fail for a month or longer.

This succulent likes to be fully saturated and then go totally dry before the next watering; you risk rotting the roots if you water while there is significant moisture in the soil. If the plant is in a small pot it will be heavy when well watered and lighter when it’s ready for a drink.

Remember your watering schedule will depend on the size of the pot (smaller pots needing more frequent watering) and environmental factors such as the season, weather, humidity and exposure.

Don’t leave succulents in standing water, such as a saucer, for more than a day.

Eventually older leaves will shrivel up. Once they are totally dry they come off with a light tug leaving a textured trunk.
hardy
to
30F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
fertilizing All Purpose
origin Hybrid, Madagascar
california
native
No
sunset
zones
13, 17, 21–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Grows easily from cuttings or even from a single leaf.
Pinch the growth tip to induce branching and a bushier form.