Bryophyllum proliferum Bowie ex Hook.
Sprouting Leaf
Large arborescent succulent native to Madagascar and southern Africa, currently recognised as Kalanchoe prolifera. Unlike other Bryophyllum species, this one grows as a shrub or small tree up to 2 metres tall. Its pinnate leaves produce adventitious plantlets on the margins. It is one of the largest Kalanchoe and is highly prized in botanical collections.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Bryophyllum |
| Growth Habit | Arborescent succulent, erect woody stems, large pinnate leaves |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated (NE) |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.5 |
| Type | Loamy, well-drained but with some water retention |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Loamy, well-drained but with some water retention
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
N
P
Every 1–2 years in young plants
Diluted balanced fertilizer (NPK 10-10-10), every 2 weeks in spring-summer
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Toxic to domestic animals; bufadienolide glycosides as in all species of the genus.
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"Current accepted name: Kalanchoe prolifera (Bowie ex Hook.) Raym.-Hamet. Notable as one of the largest Kalanchoe. Very uncommon in domestic cultivation but common in botanical gardens of frost-free regions."
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