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Kalanchoe daigremontiana
Common rosette succulentsMood Meter: Chill AF
Also called: Mother of Millions, Alligator Plant, Mexican Hat Plant
Scientific Name History
Current accepted name: Kalanchoe daigremontiana
Previously or alternatively classified as: Bryophyllum daigremontianum
Upright succulent with narrow triangular leaves that form rows of tiny plantlets along the leaf margins.
Plant Mood Meter: Chill AF
Extremely drought-tolerant and eager to reproduce; the bigger risk indoors is too much water rather than neglect.
Care guide
Very bright light. Direct sun: Several hours of direct sun are generally beneficial after acclimation.
Let the mix dry thoroughly between deep waterings.
Gritty, very fast-draining succulent mix with high mineral aeration.
Average dry household air is appropriate.
Problems Planticist can help with UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescencePest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup
