08/04/2026
Don’t plant invasive house plants outside!
Kalanchoe x houghtonii, also known as “mother of millions,” is an invasive species in Florida that negatively impacts our coasts. The plant grows many “plantlets” along its succulent-type leaves, each of which can separate and become a new plant. Because of this, the plant can easily spread and take over an area. Unfortunately, this plant does not have a strong root system, so it does not help stabilize our sand dunes and can prevent helpful, native dune plants from growing.
Mother of millions are also toxic to animals, meaning they do not provide a useful food source to animals. Pets should be kept away from these plants due to their toxicity when consumed.
It is important to remove the full plant as well as any leaves and plantlets in the area.
This bag should be disposed of with household garbage, NOT yard waste. If it goes to yard waste, there is the potential that the plant will be spread further across the county and state.
For large plants, you may want to place a plastic bag around the plant from above and secure the opening at the base of the plant. This way, as you remove the plant, any plantlets that come loose will be caught in the bag.
Continue to check the area in the following weeks and months for any young plants and continue to remove.
Remove invasive mother of millions on your own property to prevent the spread of this plant to neighboring areas.
Do not purchase mother of millions at stores or nurseries or give plants or cuttings to others.
Report sightings of mother of millions on sand dunes, parks, and other public areas using the IveGot1 app.
Share this information with others to help educate our coastal community.
https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/flaglerco/2026/02/19/invasive-species-mother-of-millions-kalanchoe/
