Hi, I really hope that someone here can help identify this plant. I have tried searching pictures online for almost a month. And if anyone does know what it is could you also tell me what is happening to it. Shortly after repotting one of its large branches broke off. I successfully grew roots and reintroduced it back into the pot. But ther original portion has started to turn wood like at the bottom and now alot of the leaves have started a light brown spotting and they are curling inwards. Some are also discoloring on the edges as hopefully you can see in the photos. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
That was the best conclusion I came to also, but I wonder which type of Kalenchoe. I know it doesnt flower. More like a small tree.
Indeed! Your plant looks pretty good to me. That 'corking' seems to be a common phenomenon with cacti and succulents---esp. one the size of yours. I am certain that the knowledgeable Forum members can and will give you helpful info. In the meantime, my suggestion is to check on The Usual Suspects: light; temperature; moisture; bugs. Too much, too little, or change in any of these? Also soil---when did you last repot? Good luck with your handsome plant.
The only thing that has changed is the soil when I repotted. I got a different bag of soil that was mixed for tropical plants. It was shortly after the transplant that all the issues started so I presumed the tropical mix was doing it so I switched it back to its old pot with fresh plain plant soil. I fear I will lose the largest portion of this plant as the discoloration and leaf spotting is really accelerating.
Compare with Bryophyllum pinnatum (aka Kalanchoe pinnatum) - looks like a drainage issue to me. This one likes fairly fast drainage and fairly dry soils.
If I packed the soil to tight, could that cause issues? I packed it fairly tight and buried the roots near the bottom of the pot to help it in staying upright.
Yup, that would do it. Those grow best in very loose sandy soils here. A stake or tripod is probably a better option for support.
