Kalanchoe Beharensis 'Fang', commonly known as Elephant Ears, is a unique succulent native to Madagascar. This plant features large, triangular leaves with a felt-like texture and distinctive, fang-like protuberances on the underside. The leaves are a silvery-grey to olive-green colour and can develop a bronze tint when exposed to bright sunlight. Kalanchoe Beharensis 'Fang' thrives in well-draining soil and requires minimal watering. It prefers bright, indirect light and can tolerate some direct sunlight.
LIGHT | Full sun
COLD TOLERANCE | -2 ºC
WATER | Water generously when soil is dry.
SOIL PH | Slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0.
SOIL TYPE | Potting mix
FERTILIZER | Fish emulsion, kelp solution, worm casting, shrimp compost.
PROPAGATION METHODS | Leaf or stem cuttings
HUMIDITY LEVEL | Low
ACTIVE SEASON | Summer
NOTE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROOTING CUTTINGS
Insert the cutting into the soil 0.5" to 1" deep. When the soil is dry, water the plant sparingly. Roots should form in two weeks. Keep the plant in bright shade during the rooting period. To avoid leaf burn, gradually acclimatize the plant to outdoor conditions or full sun.