Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
houghtonii
ID:
358571

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.B.Ward

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 78: 94 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357903

Common Names

  • Kalanchoe houghtonii
  • Houghtonii Kalanchoe
  • Houghtonii Chandelier Plant

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Synonyms

  • Bryophyllum houghtonii (D.B.Ward) P.I.Forst. [unknown]

Description

Kalanchoe houghtonii (also called Kalanchoe, among many other common names) is a species of succulent plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is native to tropical Africa. It grows in dry forests, grasslands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Kalanchoe houghtonii is a medicinal plant that is used to treat digestive disorders, urinary tract infections, and other ailments. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kalanchoe houghtonii has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kalanchoe houghtonii is a perennial plant that is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Kalanchoe houghtonii

Kalanchoe houghtonii can be found in South Africa.

Kalanchoe houghtonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kalanchoe houghtonii?

Kalanchoe houghtonii

What type of plant is Kalanchoe houghtonii?

Succulent

Where does Kalanchoe houghtonii originate from?

Madagascar

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,