Are You Ready for the Mother of Thousands?
Ask the Expert: What type of plant is this??
i got this from some one and they said that its some type of weed from Florida, thats all i know id like to know what this is so i can get it in the right soil and care for it the right way. i am sending you two pics because the underside is got some distinctive markings
thanks, Drew
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- Kalanchoe Daigremontiana
Mother of Thousands Leaf
November 10th, 2008 at 10:04 am
Drew,
I believe you have a Kalanchoe daigremontiana (Bryophyluum daigremontaina) commonly known as Mother of Thousands. It was introduced to the southern tip of Florida from Madagascar. It is a succulent that can produce bell shaped pink blooms. It has many names some of which are devil's backbone, alligator plant and Mexican hat plant.
As for soil pick up a succulent or cactus soil at your local garden center or nursery. Water it regularly but don't over water it. Give it a fair amount of light. Frost will kill this plant, so move it indoors during the winter. Good luck and please keep me posted.
November 10th, 2008 at 3:08 pm
Thanks for helping me identify this plant i will get it in the right soil Wednesday and all that good stuff, i will post more pictures once there is some change in size, bloom, etc…
Once again thanks,
Drew Kilkenny