Bryuphylum (4L)

Description

Botanical Name: Bryophyllum pinnatum (syn. Kalanchoe pinnata)

Common Names: Air plant, Cathedral bells, Life plant, Miracle leaf, Goethe plant

Family: Crassulaceae

Origin: Native to Madagascar but has naturalized in many tropical and subtropical regions worldwide

Plant Type: Succulent perennial

Appearance

• Leaves: Bryophyllum pinnatum features thick, fleshy, and scalloped leaves that are light green. The leaves often show red tinges along the edges and develop small plantlets along their margins, which fall off and root to form new plants.
• Stems: The stems grow robust, erect, and can reach 1-2 meters (3-6 feet) tall. They are typically smooth and succulent.
• Flowers: The plant produces clusters of pendulous, tubular flowers that are greenish to pinkish-red. The flowers appear on long, erect stalks and bloom mainly in the cooler months.

Growth and Care

• Light: Bryophyllum pinnatum thrives in bright, indirect sunlight. It tolerates some direct sunlight but should be protected from intense afternoon sun.
• Soil: The plant thrives in well-drained, sandy, or loamy soils. A cactus or succulent mix works best.
• Water: As a succulent, it requires minimal watering. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.
• Temperature: Bryophyllum pinnatum prefers warm temperatures and is sensitive to frost. Grow it outdoors in USDA hardiness zones 9-11, but in cooler climates, it should be grown as a houseplant or in containers that can be moved indoors during cold weather.
• Pruning: Pruning is generally unnecessary but can help control the plant’s size and shape or remove dead or damaged parts.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer) to promote healthy growth.

Bryophyllum pinnatum, with its unique appearance, ease of care, and medicinal benefits, is a remarkable plant that can add interest and value to any garden or indoor plant collection. You may alsolike to buy Outdoor | Calamansi | Citrus Microcarpa | Chinese Orange, Croton Lemon Lime | Codiaeum Verigatum Gold.