kalanchoe

noun

ka·​lan·​choe ˌka-lən-ˈkō-ē 

also kə-ˈlaŋ-kə-(ˌ)wē

or ˈka-lən-ˌchō

: any of a genus (Kalanchoe) of chiefly African tropical succulent herbs or shrubs of the orpine family often cultivated as ornamentals

called also bryophyllum

Examples of kalanchoe in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Plants to avoid include lilies, sago palm, oleander, azaleas, rhododendrons, poinsettia, autumn crocus, cyclamen, kalanchoe, daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, dieffenbachia, philodendron and pothos. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026

Also on the watch list for both yards and homes are lily of the valley, lilies, cyclamen, lantana, hosta, peony, geranium, chrysanthemum, begonia, gladiola, jade plant, snake plant, kalanchoe, hyacinth, bird of paradise and poinsettia. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

Other plants that are toxic to both species include lily of the valley, cyclamen, lantana, hosta, peony, geranium, chrysanthemum, gladiola, hyacinth, kalanchoe and bird of paradise. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026

Good choices include ferns, succulents, mosses, miniature moth orchids, African violets, and kalanchoes. — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

New Latin

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for kalanchoe

• sancho

Kids Definition

kalanchoe

noun

ka·​lan·​choe ˌkal-ən-ˈkō-ē 

: any of various chiefly African plants with juicy leaves including some grown indoors for their tiny colorful flowers