Panda Plant

Panda Plant

Kalanchoe tomentosa
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Conservation Status: LC

The Panda Plant is classified as LC under the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

Quick Facts & Botanical Stats

Plant Category
Cacti & Succulents
Growth Habit
Succulent Shrub
Primary Habitat
Dry granite rock formations and arid scrublands.
Average Lifespan
10 - 20 years
Water Requirement
Low
Maximum Height
30 - 80 cm
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Native Region
Madagascar

Species Overview

Panda Plant is a velvety succulent famous for its soft white felt-covered leaves edged in chocolate dots.

Physical Appearance & Anatomy

Plump oval leaves completely shrouded in silver hairs with dark brown serrated tips.

Habitat & Growth Behavior

Dense felt coating reflects intense heat and traps morning dew droplets.

Ecological Role & Symbioses

Adapted to grow in thin soil pockets on rocky granite inselbergs.

Reproduction, Lifecycle & Propagation

Produces bell-shaped fuzzy yellow-violet flowers.

Conservation Status & Environmental Threats

Common in cultivation.

Interesting Fun Facts

  • Also known as 'Chocolate Soldier' due to the dark brown dots outlining leaf margins.
  • Fuzzy white hairs give leaves a plush feel like panda fur.

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