Kalanchoe orgyalis aka Copper 🥄Spoons

General Care for Kalanchoe orgyalis aka Copper Spoons

Kalanchoe orgyalis, also known as Copper Spoons, is a striking succulent known for its tall shrub-like growth habit, though it typically remains smaller when grown in containers or indoors.

Watering

Follow the typical succulent watering method for Kalanchoe orgyalis using the soak and dry approach. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent the roots from becoming waterlogged.

Where to Plant

Due to its lack of cold hardiness, it’s best to grow Kalanchoe orgyalis in a container if you live in a zone colder than 20°F (-6.7°C). This allows you to bring it indoors during cold periods. It thrives in full to partial sun, so plant it in an area that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. When grown indoors, place it near a sunny southern-facing window in the Northern Hemisphere to ensure it receives adequate sunlight.

How to Propagate Kalanchoe orgyalis aka Copper Spoons

Propagation of Kalanchoe orgyalis can be achieved through stem cuttings, leaves, or offsets.

Cuttings

• Use a sterile, sharp knife or scissors to cut a stem from the main plant.
• Allow the cut end of the stem to dry and callous over for several days.
• Plant the calloused end in well-draining soil.
• Water the soil thoroughly and then allow it to dry out completely between waterings.

Leaves

• Gently twist a healthy leaf from the mother plant, ensuring a clean pull without any part of the leaf remaining on the stem.
• Let the leaf dry and callous over for a few days to prevent rotting.
• Place the calloused end on well-draining soil.
• Water sparingly, only when the soil has dried out completely.

Offsets

• Kalanchoe orgyalis will produce small rosette offsets around the main stem.
• Use a sharp, sterile knife or scissors to cut the offsets from the main plant.
• Allow the offsets to dry for a day or two to let the cut end callous.
• Lay the dried offsets on well-draining soil.
• Water lightly and allow the soil to dry out between waterings.