Mother of Thousands

Mother of Thousands is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Mother of Thousands →

Benefits of Growing Mother of Thousands →

Common Mother of Thousands Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Mother of Thousands →

Outdoor Care Guide for Mother of Thousands →

Mother of Thousands thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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Mother of Thousands requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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Mother of Thousands is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Mother of Thousands prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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Mother of Thousands is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Pots for Mother of Thousands →

When and How to Successfully Repot Mother of Thousands →

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Mother of Thousands should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Mother of Thousands →

It’s common for Mother of Thousands to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Mother of Thousands is native to Madagascar and Tropical Africa.

Yes, you may see your Mother of Thousands bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Is Mother of Thousands an Annual Plant? →

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Mother of Thousands Pollination Guide →

Common Mother of Thousands Flower Problems →

Mother of Thousands grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Mother of Thousands Lifecycle →

Mother of Thousands Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Mother of Thousands →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Mother of Thousands can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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Winter Care for Mother of Thousands →

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Is Mother of Thousands a Weed? →

The seeds of Mother of Thousands can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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What Eats Mother of Thousands? →

• Drooping Mother of Thousands Leaves →
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• Mother of Thousands Root Rot →
• Why Is My Mother of Thousands Wilting? →

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Mother of Thousands. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!