Kalanchoe delagoensis - Chandelier Plant, Mother of Millions
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Chandelier Plant (Kalanchoe delagoensis or K. tubiflora): A Bryophyllum type Kalanchoe known as Mother of Millions (because it is aggressively prolific) or Chandelier Plant (because of its upright, cylindrical leaves).
This species is native to Madagascar and Mozambique, where it grows as dense stands in a wide range of habitats. Its tubular, grey-green leaves are marked with dark purple blotches. Hundreds of tiny plantlets sprout along its leaves, fall, and take root almost anywhere. It so aggressively chokes out other plants that it has been classified as an invasive weed in Australia.
In addition to vegetative propagation, K. delagoensis can bloom each winter and produce seeds. It has a hanging, trumpet-shaped flower that can be red to orange.
Please Note: All parts of this plant are toxic and can cause digestive issues if ingested.
Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need great drainage and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.
Product Size
2.0" Pot
Current Primary Color
Green
All Seasonal Colors
Purple / Black
Bloom Color
Orange Bloom
Grow Zone (Hardiness)
Zone 10 (30F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Filtered / Partial Sun, Full Sun
Maximum Height
Over 12"
Growth Habit / Shape
Vertical Grower / Tall Stem
Special Characteristic
Easy to Propagate, Hard to Kill, Showy Blooms, Fast Grower, Lots of Offsets
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
10
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People often use the common names for these plants interchangeably, but we consider this K. laetivirens to be Mother of Thousands.
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For starters, each of these is a different species. However, there are also physiological differences between them.
Mother of thousands is Kalanchoe laetivirens. It has broad, but thin, lime green leaves and a purplish bloom.
Mother of millions is Kalanchoe delagoensis. It has narrow, but thick leaves that primarily produce plantlets at their tips. The blooms are a bubblegum pink color.
Kalanchoe 'Pink Butterflies' is a cultivated variety, rather than a species. It looks most similarly to mother of millions but it has broader leaves. Its plantlets are a pink color, along with its flowers.
Mother of thousands is Kalanchoe laetivirens. It has broad, but thin, lime green leaves and a purplish bloom.
Mother of millions is Kalanchoe delagoensis. It has narrow, but thick leaves that primarily produce plantlets at their tips. The blooms are a bubblegum pink color.
Kalanchoe 'Pink Butterflies' is a cultivated variety, rather than a species. It looks most similarly to mother of millions but it has broader leaves. Its plantlets are a pink color, along with its flowers.
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You certainly could take and plant cuttings. You can read about that technique by clicking the link below.
However, the plantlets that form on the margins of the leaves can easily detach and grow into new plants as well. Simply give each leaf a few light flicks and collect the plantlets that fall. Gather these up and scatter them over moist soil and you'll have a lot more of these plants in no time. If your plant isn't producing plantlets, try giving it more light.
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However, the plantlets that form on the margins of the leaves can easily detach and grow into new plants as well. Simply give each leaf a few light flicks and collect the plantlets that fall. Gather these up and scatter them over moist soil and you'll have a lot more of these plants in no time. If your plant isn't producing plantlets, try giving it more light.
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You certainly can cut it back. However, you should make sure your plant is getting enough light before cutting it back. Click the link below to read our FAQ article on stretched succulents. If it's not getting enough light, solve that problem before you do any cutting.
If it is getting enough light, then it's a simple matter of using a clean pair of scissors to cut the stem off wherever you see fit. Just be sure that at least a couple leaves remain on the stem. Please note that you can replant the cut material and it will root like any cutting would.
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If it is getting enough light, then it's a simple matter of using a clean pair of scissors to cut the stem off wherever you see fit. Just be sure that at least a couple leaves remain on the stem. Please note that you can replant the cut material and it will root like any cutting would.
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• Staff Answer
The first step is to verify that your plant is getting enough light. Legginess is a classic symptom caused by a lack of light. Kalanchoe 'Pink Butterflies' needs 5 or 6 hours of bright sunlight a day to be happy. If its pink color is fading, that's another good sign that your plant isn't getting enough light. If your plant isn't getting enough light any pruning efforts will merely harm the plant because it won't have the energy required for new growth.
Then, simply follow the steps at the link below.
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Then, simply follow the steps at the link below.
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Kalanchoe can cause digestive issues if consumed so we do not consider them pet safe. You can browse all of our Pet-Safe Succulents at the link below.
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It is! It's important to note that the reason Kalanchoe plants are rabbit resistant is because they are toxic.
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No. This plant, along with other Kalanchoe plants, have been show to be mildly toxic. Ingestion can lead to irregular heart beats that can be dangerous, especially to those with heart conditions.
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Yes. Panda plant, along with all Kalanchoe plants, are toxic to pets in general.
The plants contain poisons that effect the heart of living things. Symptoms of Kalanchoe poisoning include an irregular or quickened heartbeat, excessive salivation, and abdominal pain. If you believe your pet has consumed Kalanchoe plant material, the best course of action would be to take them to a vet immediately along with a sample of the plant in question.
If you believe a loved one has consumed Kalanchoe plant material, it would be wise to call poison control at (800) 222-1222.
The plants contain poisons that effect the heart of living things. Symptoms of Kalanchoe poisoning include an irregular or quickened heartbeat, excessive salivation, and abdominal pain. If you believe your pet has consumed Kalanchoe plant material, the best course of action would be to take them to a vet immediately along with a sample of the plant in question.
If you believe a loved one has consumed Kalanchoe plant material, it would be wise to call poison control at (800) 222-1222.
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February 16, 2025 by Laura M. (CT, United States)
“Arrived with frost damage, but only because the shipping was delayed from a snow storm. Plant will recover.”
August 8, 2024 by Juanell H. (Mississippi , United States)
“I have had one of these before and they are very pretty and hardy plants. They are called mother of millions for a reason though.”
You will love this one!
January 26, 2024 by John D. (North Carolina, United States)
“Wonderful. Approximately 8 main stems in one unit. In perfect conditions. Very healthy and colorful.”
