How to Care for Kalanchoe luciae (Paddle Plant)

Korean name: 칼랑코에 루시아에

A succulent plant with thick, flat, broad leaves arranged in overlapping layers. The leaf tips often turn reddish, giving it a decorative appeal. It is easy to care for and thrives indoors, preferring dry conditions and well-drained soil.

Key facts

• Category: Succulent
• Family: Crassulaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Mozambique, South Africa
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Traits: Succulent, Beginner Friendly, Drought Tolerant, Indoor
• Also known as: Paddle Plant, Flapjack, Desert Cabbage

Care Guide

• Light: Thrives in bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry.
• Soil: Well-draining succulent soil is best.
• Humidity: Prefers dry conditions.
• Temperature: 15~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Kalanchoe luciae?

Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Kalanchoe luciae?

It likes Thrives in bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining succulent soil is best..

Is Kalanchoe luciae safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Kalanchoe luciae good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~27°C. Humidity: Prefers dry conditions.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..