In search of a succulent!

Discussion in 'Cacti and Succulents' started by TessP, Aug 11, 2010.

  1. TessP

    TessP Apprentice Gardener

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    My first post!

    I'm looking for a particular succulent called Kalanchoe luciae, I think it's also called a Paddle plant (not 100% on that).

    Any info on any growers in the UK or anyone who has some spare plants they'd like to sell would be greatly appreciated!

    Thank you

    TessP :)
     
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    shiney President, Grumpy Old Men's Club Staff Member

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    Hi Tess, welcome to GC :thumb:

    You should be able to google suppliers. You obviously know that they are not hardy as you have posted in the tropical section :). As with most succulents, you have to be careful with the watering. It dies after flowering so remember to take cuttings.

    Good luck :gnthb:
     
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    I have several Kalanchoes but not that particular one.:(
     
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    TessP Apprentice Gardener

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    So frustrating! Plenty of pictures and info on the internet about the plant but i'm still struggling to find a source!

    Keep trying though :)
     
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    Nothing on ebay, mainly the common K. Diagremontianum.:(
     
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    TessP Apprentice Gardener

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    It seems K. luciae and K. thyrsiflora are incredibly similiar! Learning so much on this search!
    Might start looking for that species instead for now. Thank you :)
     
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    Victoria Lover of Exotic Flora

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    :) Hi Tess

    Just looked back here and saw the price of that plant ... s00k ... if you don't find anything by next year cheap, let me know.
     
  9. teddyjones

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    Google for suppliers..you should be able to find it with some effort. The pricing would definitely be steep I feel

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