mother of thousands
English
editEtymology
editSo called because of the many small plantlets that grow on the fringes of its leaves.
Noun
editmother of thousands (uncountable)
- Any plant of species Bryophyllum delagoense of succulent plants native to Madagascar.
- Any plant of species Saxifraga stolonifera (creeping saxifrage).
- Any plant of species Soleirolia soleirolii, in the nettle family.
- Any plant of species Cymbalaria muralis.
Synonyms
edit- (Bryophyllum delagoense): chandelier plant, mother of millions