Kalancoe beharensis has
a striking silhouette, even the leaf scars on the trunks provide an
interesting texture. The Velvet Elephant Ear can grow to 10-12
feet in a shady garden, somewhat less in full sun. Kalanchoe
beharensis is quite drought tolerant. The Velvet Elephant Ear
requires decent drainage. Plants bloom in late Winter to early
Spring. The flowers are white and after a short time detract from
the plant. Kalanchoe beharensis is frost tender. I had plants
survive into the mid to upper 20's in a vine covered arbor, but even light
frost to exposed plants will do major damage.
High
resolution images of Kalanchoe
beharensis are available.
