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Scientific
Name:
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Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Chocolate
Soldier'
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Common Name:
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Chocolate Panda Plant
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun to light shade
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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18-24" tall X 24-36" wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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clusters of velvety copper tipped
tubular yellow flowers winter-spring
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Zone
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hardy to 25-30° F
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Description,
Notes
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Madagascar native succulent in the
Crassulaceae Plant family known for its softly haired
chocolate brown foliage and showy early season blooms;
perfect houseplant for the sunny window sill; excellent
in containers or directly in the landscape if soil is
well drained; drought resistant; protect against frost.
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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