It is good to cover anything that hasnt any roots so that it does not dry out in the process of regrowth. I like to cut the bottom off of a clear gallon water jug and set it over the top. For a kalanchoe, I would probably leave the cap off. Dont put it in direct sun while it is regrowing, but put it in the brightest light possible. If you dont have a bright spot, you can also train a light on it, for instance a CFL (compact fluorescent). It just needs enough light for energy to grow roots. I would use cactus soil for a kalanchoe. If the mix starts to dry out while the cuttings are regrowing, just mist the surface with a spray bottle. You dont want it to be wet, a little moisture goes a long way. Cuttings dont need a lot of care. Just set it and forget it, checking occasionally to make sure the soil has not completely dried out. They can dry up and get floppy/wrinkly and still be alive. If the plant is really dry right now, mist it with a spray bottle and put it in a humid area for a few hours, like a plastic bag. It might perk up a bit. Once it reroots it should start to pick up.

First, can you post a pic of said "paddle plant"? Are you referring to Kalanchoe Thyrisiflora? Also known as a 'flapjack/pancake plant'? If so... It is not a lowlight plant, requires lots of sun. Since it has been in a dark environment you will need to take it to bright diffuse light (preferably outside) and let it re-acclimate for at least a week. Then move it to full sun. I would not consider this a suitable indoor plant - most certainly not for the conditions you describe in your bathroom. Because you said "and the leaves are drying up" I think you may benefit from reading another post I recently responded to. It was referencing a C. ovata but care for these two plants will be the same. Here is that link. HTH - Jo Here is a link that might be useful: I can't stop the jade tree leaf drop!

Okay, now don't get mad at me, it's a Kalanchoe luciae and definitely not Kalanchoe thrysiflora, it will have white flowers that are arranged on a tall flower stalk, it will need full sun, and warmth during the winter months. Even in my mild winters it won't make it. It will also need a fast draining soil, which we talked about many times on this forum, and if kept in a pot, a hole in the bottom, it will need excellent air circulation, as it grows, a change of soil once a year, a potting mix with NO Peat Moss. I grow mine in a gal. container, it can get a very nice size, and turn red at Christmas. Cut down on water starting Oct. 1 Please feed it also, once in a while follow the directions on the plant food, it won't matter which one you use. This is an African plant, I use Toelken for my reference. I must mention this, you may call it anything you want, Alice, Peter, Paul or Mary. Norma

The "paddle plant" Kalanchoe thyrsifolia can also take cold temps close to freezing as long as the soil is relatively dry. It is normal for the older lower leaves to dry out and die, they will be replaced by offsets that come up from the base. Also, do not touch the leaves or you will have permanent fingerprints! ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY DO NOT USE PEAT Not only is it hydrophobic as stated by Jo aka SJV, but as it breaks down the by-products are toxic and not tolerated well by slower growing plants like most succulents. Peat is only useful for succulents in very low doses (~10%) or if the soil mix is changed every year. x