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Donkey Ears
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Donkey Ears
kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri
Donkey Ears are fun plants that have thick, fuzzy leaves shaped like a donkey's ears. They are great for kids to learn about how plants can have interesting shapes and colors!
Habitat: Donkey Ears thrive in warm, sunny areas, often found in gardens or as houseplants.
Appearance
The Donkey Ears has large, paddle-shaped leaves that are grey-green with reddish-brown spots and margins, often covered in a powdery bloom. Its tall flower stalk produces clusters of striking, reddish-orange, bell-shaped flowers that hang downwards, making it visually distinct.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSaxifragalesFamilyCrassulaceaeGenusKalanchoe
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It's named 'Donkey Ears' because of its large, floppy leaves!
Its beautiful flowers hang upside down like little bells!
Its huge, paddle-shaped leaves act like giant water tanks!
This plant grows tiny new baby plants right along its leaf edges!
Special abilities
Ability
Water Storer
Donkey Ears has thick, succulent leaves that can store lots of water, which helps it survive in dry environments.
Ability
Baby Leaf Maker
Donkey Ears can grow tiny new plantlets right on its leaf edges, allowing it to easily make more plants.
Ability
Night Breather
Donkey Ears can absorb carbon dioxide at night, a special adaptation that helps it save water in hot climates.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-90 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late_winter_to_spring
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen from flowers.
pollinates
Souimanga Sunbird
Nectarinia souimanga
Feeds on nectar from its bright flowers.
parasitizes
Oleander Aphid
Aphis nerii
Feeds on plant sap, weakening the plant.
Traits
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
No special safety notes yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Donkey Ears?
30-90 cm
How wide does Donkey Ears spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Donkey Ears?
1-2.5 cm
When does Donkey Ears bloom?
Late_winter_to_spring
Is Donkey Ears edible?
No
Is Donkey Ears toxic?
Mild
What is Donkey Ears's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Donkey Ears pollinated?
Insect
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