kalanchoe pinnata

Mexican love plant, Mother of thousands, Air plant.

Care level

Easy

Along the edges of its thick, fleshy leaves, tiny plantlets sprout like living decorations, ready to grow into new plants when they fall. These mini-clones dangle like natural ornaments, creating a fascinating display that's both decorative and an incredibly clever survival strategy.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Wide range (50°F - 89.6°F)

Fertilization frequency

Low

Once per season.

Humidity & watering

Low

Allow the soil to dry between waterings.

An ambiant humidity between 30 and 50% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Succulent and cactus mix: A well-draining blend with coarse texture. Promotes root health by preventing water-logging and mimicking arid natural habitats.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Upright

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

It grows upwards without support.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
Human
Cat
Dog
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & self-pollinating

The kalanchoe pinnata can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is capable of self-pollination, it does not need another individual to fertilize itself and therefore produce fruits.

Propagation methods

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