How to Propagate Mother of Thousands
Kalanchoe daigremontiana
| Methods | Offsets (plantlets), leaf cutting |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Best season | Spring–summer |
| Time to root | 1–2 weeks |
| Group | Succulent |
True to its name, this plant produces dozens of tiny plantlets along the edges of its leaves, each one ready to root the moment it touches soil. Simply pressing a fallen plantlet onto soil is the entire method — no callusing needed since they arrive pre-formed with tiny roots.
Offsets (plantlets)
- Collect plantlets that have fallen or gently remove them from the leaf edge.
- Press them lightly onto the surface of moist succulent mix.
- Roots establish within 1–2 weeks.
When to propagate
Spring and summer, though plantlets often drop and self-propagate year-round.
Common problems
Too many plantlets sprouting everywhere. Not a propagation failure — this plant is notoriously prolific and can become a persistent weed in a shared pot or garden if left unchecked.
Questions people ask
Is it toxic? Yes, toxic to pets and people if eaten, notably more so than most Kalanchoe.
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Succulents & cacti hub · Similar plants: Kalanchoe, Panda Plant