Alligator Plant
NameAlligator Plant
Species NameKalanchoe daigremontiana
Common NameAlligator Plant
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeNot applicable (growing in natural setting)
Geographic Originafrica
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuressucculent stem
Foliage Typesucculent leaves
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable (succulent plant)
Notable FeaturesPlantlets forming along the serrated leaf margins, giving it a distinctive 'mother of thousands' appearance.
Description
This specimen is an Alligator Plant, a succulent known for its distinctive lanceolate leaves with plantlets forming along the margins. It exhibits an upright growth habit, typical for this species, with a central stem and symmetrically arranged leaves. While not a traditional bonsai, its structure can be appreciated for its unique botanical characteristics.
