Is Kalanchoe a succulent plant? How to water Kalanchoe

1. Is it succulent?

It is a kind of succulent plant belonging to the genus Kalanchoe in the Crassulaceae family. The leaves grow densely and are shiny. They look very beautiful when grown in pots. They are highly ornamental during the flowering period and the flowers are brightly colored, including crimson, pink, orange-yellow, orange-red, white, yellow, etc. Moreover, its name sounds very good, so many people will give it as a gift to others, which has a very beautiful meaning.

2. How to water

Kalanchoe can tolerate drought. It contains a lot of water in its body and does not need excessive watering. Daily maintenance needs to be carried out according to the humidity of the potting soil. Generally, you can water it when the soil is dry, and stop watering when it is wet. When watering, it is better to keep the plant dry than wet. Never water too much continuously. The roots of the plant will be soaked in water and are very likely to rot.

3. Other maintenance methods

1. Temperature: It is extremely important to adjust the curing temperature within an appropriate range, and around 15-25°C is optimal. It has no cold resistance and can survive the winter smoothly if the temperature is kept at 12-15℃. If the temperature is too low, its growth will be hindered.

2. Sunlight: It likes sunlight and needs to be maintained in a place with sufficient light. If it grows in an environment with insufficient light, the growth of the plant will be relatively weak.

3. Pinching: In order to allow the plant to branch better, it is necessary to control the growth height of the plant during its growth period. Pinching should be done well to remove the top branches and buds, which can also allow it to bloom more.