Poisonous Succulent. known as Mother of thousands or "kalanchoe daigremontiana"

All parts of the Kalanchoe plant are poisonous, including the tiny plantlets on the edges of the leaves, and are known for causing toxicity upon ingestion.

The level of toxicity, however, usually ranges from mild to moderate.

The plant rarely causes severe poisoning.

But, you have to be careful and not only keep the plant out of children’s and pets’ reach but also immediately remove the small plantlets which frequently fall off the plant.

What Are The Symptoms Of Poisoning?
When ingested in small amounts, the thousands mother plant often leads to gastrointestinal irritation and gastric distress, causing vomiting and diarrhea.

Ingestion of large amounts of the plant, however, can lead to some serious health issues, like heart palpitations and changes in heart rate.


The milky sap secreted from the injured or broken stems of the main plant also contains the toxic element.

Therefore, it is recommended to be careful and wear protective gear when working with the plant.

What Are The Symptoms Of Poisoning?
When ingested in small amounts, the thousands mother plant often leads to gastrointestinal irritation and gastric distress, causing vomiting and diarrhea.

Ingestion of large amounts of the plant, however, can lead to some serious health issues, like heart palpitations and changes in heart rate.


On rare occasions, severe toxicity can lead to tremors and seizures.

If ingested in large amounts, the mother of thousands is fatal, particularly for small animals and children.

While the sap has not been found to cause any problems upon coming in contact with the skin, it is better to be careful, especially if you have sensitive skin. It may cause skin irritation or allergy.

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