Mother of Millions

Family

Crassulaceae (sedum family)

Origin

Magadascar

Description

Kalanchoe laetivirens is a very unusual succulent plant with large, up to 8 inches long and up to 3 inches wide, bluish-green leaves with baby plantlets all around the serrated edges, giving them a dainty, unique appearance. It often send up a tall spike of bell-shaped, pinkish flowers in early spring.

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