Panda plant
Kalanchoe tomentosa · Kalanchoes · Stonecrop family
Also known as: Pussy Ears · Chocolate Soldier
Very easy30–45cmNot pet-safe
Panda plant care at a glance
Panda plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa) needs little water and prefers to grow in sun to partial shade. Ideal temperature: 15.5–24 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Sun to part shade
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 15.5–24 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Panda plant
Possible pests on Panda plant include Mealybugs and Spider mites. A common disease is Root rot. Panda plant is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
- Spider mites Medium
Disease
- Root rot High
Toxicity
- Cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides) Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Panda plant
- Which pests affect Panda plant?
- Possible pests on Panda plant include Mealybugs and Spider mites.
- Which diseases affect Panda plant?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Panda plant toxic to cats and dogs?
- Panda plant is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Panda plant need?
- Panda plant has a low water requirement.
- What light does Panda plant need?
- Panda plant prefers to grow in sun to partial shade.
- Is Panda plant frost-hardy?
- Panda plant is not frost-hardy.