Mother of Thousands
Family
Crassulaceae (sedum family)
Origin
Magadascar
Description
Bryophyllum daigremontianum also known as Alligator plant is an upright succulent perennial, with opposite, fleshy oblong-lanceolate, grey-green leaves, often spotted with brown-red and with a row of plantlets on each edge. The plantlets form roots while on the plant. The leaves reach up to 8 inches long and up to 1.2 inches wide. The flowers are tubular, greyish pink in color, up to 1 inch long.
Environment
Locate the Alligator Plant in bright, but indirect light for several hours per day. When growing Kalanchoe outdoors, avoid direct afternoon sun.Too much direct sunlight may cause leaves to become sunburned
This plant does need good drainage and is best potted in a soil mix containing ECA or sand for sharper drainage.
Landscape Use
Suitable for Container, Rock Garden & Xeriscaping
