Kalanchoe luciae

red pancakes

Clusters of parallel clamshell leaves with reddish tints that become more saturated with sunny exposure during winter. Slowly developes a stem and later a single tall flower stalk.

	height	2–5ft
	width	2–3ft
	tolerates	Drought, Heat, Pots
	water needs	Moderate
	water info	This succulent is adapted to be drought tolerant, but prefers to be watered before completely bone dry, especially during warm months. Good drainage is a must or the soil will become waterlogged.
	hardy to	29F
	exposure	Part Shade – Full Sun
	indoor outdoor	Outdoor
	drainage	In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
	fertilizing	All Purpose
	origin	SC Africa
	california native	No
	sunset zones	13, 16, 19–24

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

Appreciates a particularly warm spot, especially near the coast.