Because of its unusual appearance, the easy-care brood leaf has become quite a popular and slightly exotic houseplant. Small daughter plants form on the jagged leaf edges and fall off once rooted. Luckily they are not poisonous.
The brood leaf is harmless to humans and animals
If your child puts one of these plants in their mouth or your pet eats one, you don't have to worry. In its Malagasy homeland, the brood leaf is even considered a medicinal plant. It is said to relax the muscles, relieve pain, reduce fever and also have an anti-inflammatory effect. Bryophyllum is also used in homeopathy. However, the brood leaf is not used as a food plant.
The essentials in brief:
- not poisonous
- used as a medicinal plant in their homeland
- possible healing effect: muscle relaxant, analgesic, antimicrobial, antipyretic
tips
The brood leaf belongs to the succulent family, it stores water in its fleshy leaves and is sensitive to waterlogging.