Flapjack Plant
Kalanchoe luciae
An architectural succulent known for its large, fleshy, disk-shaped leaves that stack atop one another like a stack of pancakes. While the base color is a powdery sea-green, the leaf margins take on a brilliant crimson hue when stressed by sunlight or cold, making it a dramatic addition to any sunny windowsill.
Light
Full Sun
Water
Low
Difficulty
Easy
Humidity
Low
Pet Warning
Toxic to dogs, cats, and livestock. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and in rare cases, abnormal heart rhythms due to cardiac glycosides.
Care Guide
Light
To achieve the signature red edges, provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight. If grown indoors, a south-facing window is ideal.
Watering
Use the 'soak and dry' method. Wait until the soil is completely dry to the touch before watering deeply. Avoid getting water on the leaves to prevent rot.
Temperature
Thrives in temperatures between 60°F and 85°F (15°C-29°C). It is not frost-hardy and should be brought indoors if temperatures drop below 50°F.
Maintenance
Remove spent flower stalks after the plant blooms. Note that Kalanchoe luciae is monocarpic, meaning the main rosette may die after a major flowering event, but it usually produces several 'pups' or offsets at the base before doing so.
In-Depth Care & Growth
Feeding & Soil
Fertilizer
Balanced liquid succulent fertilizer
Soil
Gritty, well-draining cactus or succulent potting mix with added perlite or pumice.
Physical Attributes
Mature Size
1-2 feet tall and wide
Growth Rate
Moderate
Propagation
Leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, or removing offsets (pups) from the base of the plant.