Flapjack Plant
Kalanchoe luciae
Flapjack Plant is a sun-loving succulent with large fleshy disk-shaped leaves that stack like pancakes. The powdery sea-green leaves blush crimson along the margins in strong light or cooler weather. Keep it dry between waterings and out of reach of pets.
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 Notes
Light
For red edges, give at least 6 hours of direct sun. Indoors, a south-facing window is usually best.
Water
Use soak-and-dry watering. Wait until the soil is fully dry, then water deeply. Keep water off the leaves to reduce rot risk.
Soil
Plant in a gritty cactus or succulent mix with perlite or pumice. Choose a planter with drainage holes.
Humidity & Temperature
Low humidity is fine. Keep temperatures between 60°F and 85°F (15°C-29°C) and bring the plant indoors below 50°F. After a major bloom, the main rosette may decline (it is monocarpic), but pups at the base often continue the plant.
Common Issues
Mushy leaves mean too much water. Pale, stretched growth means it needs more sun. Remove spent flower stalks after blooming.
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.
Common Varieties
Kalanchoe luciae 'Fantastic' (cream and yellow streaks)
Large paddle-shaped leaves marbled in cream and yellow that blush red in bright sun.