that is what I thought. I have one like it but I have no idea what kind of kalanchoe. Make sure you grow it in a pot with a hole in the bottom. Soil with good drainage. If it doesn't have root yet keep the soil on the dry side...only tiny drinks until rooted.

I do not think it is kalanchoe, at least the piece in front. Looks like a hardy succulent to me...Sedum sieboldii mediovariegatum

Any succulent should be in a container with drainage hole, in well draining mix. If I am correct with ID, it is hardy plant and should be grown outdoors.

Why don't you indicate your general location - growing zone?

I have taken cuttings of this plant. Best to wait for the cutting to send out roots before you plant it.

To add a bit more info to the already good tips above.....When planted properly it should be sitting much higher in the pot, you need more mix in there and for it to be fast draining at least half should be sifted perlite the rest regular c/s mix. I would also take out the terminal growth point else it could start to grow tall and leggy..something my mum forgot to do with me !

Gill

Gill - do you think I am correct in ID-ing it?

rina, I think you nailed it! https://worldofsucculents.com/hylotelephium-sieboldii-mediovariegatum-variegated-october-daphne/

Rina, I’m not that clued up on succs in general really, I do know a few, but not this one so I couldn’t really say for sure. However, the post by lgteacher seems to confirm your ID, so bonus points to you!

Gill

Thanks Gill; I was 'quite sure' since I have S. sieboldii mediovariegatum - but photos are sometimes misleading, or maybe I didn't notice some minute differences and 2 ppl suggested kalanchoe...

Thanks all - your advice and expertise is very appreciated!

Thanks especially for IDing my plant Rina, I had never come across that particular type online and it looks bang on - quite amazed!. Regarding my growing zone, I am in Brisbane, Australia (10b?) so tend to keep plants inside this time of year as it gets scorching hot - I get a bit nervous leaving them outside - would it be better out?

I have purchased some perlite and planned to swap out for a half-half mix, and my pot does have drainage, but I didn't know about planting it closer to the top of the pot! Will do that as well when I replace the soil. I guess it means you get to see more of the plant too :)

I just hope it grows... it already looks like it's wilting somehow.

Thanks again for your help everyone!

It is supposed to grow well up to z9-10, and likes to be in full sun - best color and compact growth. If it is very hot where you are, keeping it in container may be good idea so you can move it out of the hottest spot. I like to keep all succulents outdoors during warm enough seasons, it is best for plants to be outside IMO. You could keep it inside while it is rooting especially if too hot. If putting any plants outside, it should be done gradually since sudden change of light and temps could be bit difficult for plants to handle - they may burn if put in much more direct sunlight without acclimatization.

Most important is to make sure of good drainage. Adding half of total volume in perlite should help. Watering cuttings without roots is not advised, since they can't take in any water without roots. Most of us just stick cuttings in well draining medium and 'leave it alone' until it start growing roots - that may take few weeks or longer. When roots start growing and anchoring the plant, there will be some resistance if you pull it very gently. They should not be disturbed by pulling out to see - that may damage new roots. Start watering at this point.