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Mother of Thousands (Kalanchoe daigremontiana)

Kalanchoe daigremontiana

Mother of Thousands (Kalanchoe daigremontiana)

Native to southwestern Madagascar, this remarkable succulent is distinguished by its ability to develop adventitious plantlets along the serrated margins of its oblong-lanceolate leaves. The fleshy, glaucous foliage features prominent brownish-purple blotches beneath and grows on an upright, robust stem. It is an extraordinarily resilient taxon celebrated for its distinct viviparous propagation and striking architectural presence.

📋 Core Botanical Care Parameters

☀️ Light Requirements

Prefers bright, indirect light to partial direct sunlight; 4 to 6 hours of filtered morning sun enhances leaf variegation and compact growth, while harsh midday sun should be avoided.

💧 Watering Frequency

Adhere to the 'soak and dry' protocol; allow the substrate to dry out entirely between waterings, drastically reducing frequency during the winter dormancy.

🏺 Soil Mix

60% Pumice/Lava Rock + 40% Cactus Peat; a gritty, sharply draining and well-aerated mineral mix.

❄️ Cold Tolerance

1°C (USDA Zone 10a)

🌱 Propagation Method

Effortlessly propagated via the numerous plantlets (bulbils) formed on leaf margins, or through stem cuttings.

⚠️ Toxicity Warning

This plant contains toxic sap/compounds. Keep out of reach of cats and dogs.

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Rotate your pot a quarter turn (90°) weekly to ensure symmetrical and upright growth. ☀️