Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
sanctula
ID:
358289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Soc. Bot. France 4: 87 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357621

Common Names

  • Kalanchoe sanctula
  • Sanctula Kalanchoe
  • Kalanchoe

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Synonyms

  • Bryophyllum sanctulum (Desc.) V.V.Byalt [unknown]

Description

Kalanchoe sanctula (also called Sacred Kalanchoe, and many other common names) is a succulent shrub with long, narrow, pointed leaves with red margins. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kalanchoe sanctula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and burns.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kalanchoe sanctula has white flowers with yellow centers and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kalanchoe sanctula is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the plant. To propagate from stem cuttings, take a cutting from the stem and let it dry for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. To propagate by division, carefully separate the plant into two or more sections and replant each section in its own pot. Both methods will produce new plants that are identical to the parent plant.

Where to Find Kalanchoe sanctula

Kalanchoe sanctula can be found in Madagascar.

Kalanchoe sanctula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kalanchoe sanctula?

Kalanchoe sanctula

What is the common name of Kalanchoe sanctula?

Sanctula Kalanchoe

How tall does Kalanchoe sanctula grow?

Up to 1 foot tall

Species in the Kalanchoe genus

Kalanchoe angolensis, Kalanchoe antennifera, Kalanchoe cherukondensis, Kalanchoe bogneri, Kalanchoe brachyloba, Kalanchoe bhidei, Kalanchoe chevalieri, Kalanchoe welwitschii, Kalanchoe velutina, Kalanchoe inaurata, Kalanchoe humifica, Kalanchoe humilis, Kalanchoe hauseri, Kalanchoe hametorum, Kalanchoe lokarana, Kalanchoe leblancae, Kalanchoe lindmanii, Kalanchoe longifolia, Kalanchoe lubangensis, Kalanchoe latisepala, Kalanchoe laciniata, Kalanchoe laetivirens, Kalanchoe lanceolata, Kalanchoe lateritia, Kalanchoe craibii, Kalanchoe crenata, Kalanchoe deficiens, Kalanchoe curvula, Kalanchoe cymbifolia, Kalanchoe campanulata, Kalanchoe faustii, Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi, Kalanchoe fernandesii, Kalanchoe flaurantia, Kalanchoe delagoensis, Kalanchoe dinklagei, Kalanchoe farinacea, Kalanchoe elizae, Kalanchoe scapigera, Kalanchoe schliebenii, Kalanchoe sanctula, Kalanchoe salazarii, Kalanchoe rosulata, Kalanchoe tetramera, Kalanchoe teixeirae, Kalanchoe ndotoensis, Kalanchoe richaudii, Kalanchoe montana, Kalanchoe olivacea, Kalanchoe manginii,

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,