Kalanchoe hildebrandtii var. glabra
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| Management number | 250425432 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$3.20 | Model Number | 250425432 | ||
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- Description
- Kalanchoe hildebrandtii var. glabra Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
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Kalanchoe hildebrandtii var. glabra is a rare succulent from Madagascar in the Crassulaceae family, native to arid regions where it grows in bright, dry conditions. This collector succulent has an architectural form and silvery foliage.
The plant is recognizable by its smooth, spoon-shaped silver-green leaves coated in a luminous glaucous bloom. It grows upright in a tight clustering habit, building a dense, sculptural mound over time with fleshy foliage that remains polished and ornamental year-round.
Kalanchoe Glabra produces small tubular flowers when nighttime temperatures drop in autumn. It needs a cooler window placement in fall to trigger blooming.
You can leave it up to ten days without water. Move it outside in summer to boost growth, keeping it sheltered from rain and bringing it back indoors before frost arrives. This is a genuine collector succulent rarely found in mainstream nurseries. Keep it on a high shelf or well away from cats, dogs, and small children, as it is toxic if eaten.
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Kalanchoe hildebrandtii var. glabra grows in bright indirect light to partial or full sun, ideally near an east or west-facing window.
Water it deeply every 10 to 14 days in summer, reducing to once every 3 to 4 weeks in winter.
Kalanchoe Glabra does best in a gritty, fast-draining cactus and succulent mix amended with extra perlite.
It prefers temperatures between 60 and 85°F and requires protection from frost below 50°F.
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Kalanchoe Glabra is a slow to moderate grower that benefits from diluted balanced fertilizer applied monthly during the active growing season.
It is hardy in USDA zones 10 to 12, tolerating lows only briefly around 30 to 35°F and preferring frost-free conditions year-round. It grows outdoors year-round in Hawaii, southern Florida, coastal and southern California, southern Texas, southern Arizona, and parts of Nevada and New Mexico. It also grows in pockets of Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts.
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Q: How often should I water Kalanchoe hildebrandtii var. glabra?
A: Every 10 to 14 days during the growing season. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and reduce frequency to once monthly in winter.
Q: Is this succulent toxic to pets and children?
A: Kalanchoe hildebrandtii var. glabra is toxic if nibbled or eaten by cats, dogs, or small children. Place it on a high shelf out of reach.
Q: What light conditions does Kalanchoe Glabra need to avoid leaf damage?
A: South and west-facing windows work best. Watch for leaf scorch in intense direct afternoon sun, and move it back slightly if tips begin to fade or brown.
Q: Can I move this succulent outdoors in summer?
A: Yes, Kalanchoe Glabra loves summer outdoors in a bright, sheltered spot. Protect it from heavy rain and bring it inside before nighttime temperatures drop near freezing.
Q: How do I encourage Kalanchoe Glabra to flower?
A: Move it to a cooler but frost-free location in the evenings during autumn. The drop in nighttime temperatures typically triggers blooming within several weeks.
Q: Is it challenging to keep this succulent alive indoors?
A: Kalanchoe Glabra is drought-tolerant and forgiving, surviving extended periods without water and adapting well to indoor conditions.
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