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Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Nigromarginatas'

Also known as: Black panda plant

The darker panda plant: the chocolate edge banding is replaced with near-black. It belongs to the Kalanchoe genus, comes from Garden cultivar, stays around 20โ€“40 cm, and tolerates USDA 10โ€“11. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.

Key facts

  • Genus: Kalanchoe
  • Origin: Garden cultivar
  • Mature size: 20โ€“40 cm
  • Hardiness: USDA 10โ€“11
  • Toxicity: Mildly toxic to pets

Succulent at a glance

Genus
Kalanchoe
Origin
Garden cultivar
Mature size
20โ€“40 cm
Growth habit
Upright felted shrub
Leaf colour
Grey felted leaves with near-black edge banding
Flower colour
Maroon
Hardiness
USDA 10โ€“11
Toxicity
Mildly toxic to pets
Other names
Black panda plant

About the Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Nigromarginatas'

The darker panda plant: the chocolate edge banding is replaced with near-black. Same felted texture and dry-leaf-only watering rule.

Care and cultivation

Fast growers in bright light. Water the soil only, deadhead blooms, and note most kalanchoes are toxic to pets. Light: Bright light; some species want full sun. Water: Every 2 weeks; keep felted leaves dry. Soil: Standard succulent mix.

Description

Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Nigromarginatas' is a Kalanchoe succulent from Garden cultivar. The darker panda plant: the chocolate edge banding is replaced with near-black. Same felted texture and dry-leaf-only watering rule.

Identification

Key identification features: Grey felted leaves with near-black edge banding leaves in a Upright felted shrub form, reaching 20โ€“40 cm. Also known as Black panda plant. Nickname: 'Black panda plant'. Nickname: 'Black panda plant'.

Adding a Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Nigromarginatas' to your collection? Buy from reputable nurseries that label plants with accurate botanical names, and quarantine new plants for a couple of weeks before placing them near existing succulents to avoid spreading pests like mealybugs.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Nigromarginatas'?

Every 2 weeks; keep felted leaves dry. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and reduce water in winter.

Is Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Nigromarginatas' toxic to pets?

Mildly toxic to pets. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.

Related succulents

Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Nigromarginatas', supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.