Kalanchoe orgyalis

Kalanchoe Orgyalis goes by the common name ��Copper Spoons��. Having its origin in Southwestern Madagascar, the much-branched succulent is noted for attractive spoon-shaped leaves. Growing up to a height of 1.8 m, this shrub goes dormant in the summer months. Kalanchoe Orgyalis belongs to the Crassulaceae family.

Growth Rate

Copper spoons plants have a slow growth rate requiring minimal care.

Flowering

During the blooming season, from late winter to early spring, yellow-colored flowers beautify the plant.

Watering and Feeding

The tall shrub should be watered using the soak and dry method. Between two waterings, the soil should be made completely dry, as is typical for a succulent.

Soil

Kalanchoe orgyalis requires fairly free-draining soil. For best results, it is essential to go in for typical cacti soil mix with succulent compost.

Hardiness

The hardiness zone for this Kalanchoe is 9b to 11b. As this shrub is not frost tolerant, it cannot withstand temperatures less than 1�� C (33.8�� F).

Light

This plant requires full sun to partial shade to grow well. Ideally, the shrub should be placed outdoors for six hours of sunlight. When indoors, ensure to place it near a window with lots of sunlight.

Propagation

Copper spoons succulents can be easily propagated from offsets, cuttings, and leaves.

Kalanchoe Orgyalis brings in an ambiance of serenity and beauty to your personal space. With little care, it will be there in your garden or by your window sill for years together without complaining.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz