🌸 The Cheerful Red Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Rosalina Don Justino')
The Kalanchoe 'Rosalina Don Justino' is a magnificent and very resilient succulent, highly valued for its ability to produce a long-lasting, vibrant color display. Originally from Madagascar, this plant is a popular choice for adding a cheerful, low-maintenance touch to any indoor space.
Foliage and Form
As a hardy succulent, its foliage is thick and fleshy, designed to store moisture. The leaves are a glossy, dark green, which provides a beautiful, rich contrast to the flowers. The foliage remains attractive for a long time, often in a neat, compact form. This is an evergreen plant, maintaining its lush, fleshy leaves year-round.
Flowering and Color
The Kalanchoe is celebrated for its spectacular blooms. It produces vibrant Red, double-petaled flowers that grow tightly packed in compact clusters. These flower clusters are the main attraction, offering a beautiful, long-lasting display of color. The plant is not known for a strong fragrance.
Height and Spines
The plant is supplied in a 14 cm pot, suggesting a compact, manageable, and bushy plant, ideal for a windowsill or desktop. It generally maintains a neat, upright form. This plant does not have thorns or spines.
Care and Requirements
This plant is highly adaptable regarding light. It loves a bright spot and tolerates direct sunlight well, making it ideal for a sunny windowsill or any well-lit room. It can also be placed outside temporarily during warm, dry weather. The plant is delivered in a stylish Yellow ELHO Vibes Fold pot, which has a modern ribbed design and a sunny look.
Watering
As a succulent, the Kalanchoe needs little water to thrive. You should water moderately, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. It is crucial to avoid standing water in the bottom of the pot to prevent root rot.
Note: Kalanchoe species are generally considered toxic to pets, specifically cats and dogs, if ingested. They contain compounds that can cause gastrointestinal upset and, in larger quantities, more serious issues. It is safest to keep this plant well out of reach of curious animals.