succulent plant kalanchoe Kalanchoe Daigremontiana – Decorative Succulent Plant

succulent plant kalanchoe Kalanchoe Daigremontiana – Decorative Succulent PlantMother 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

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