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Family: Crassulaceae Scientific name: Kalanchoe pinnata Description: Plant Form: Upright fleshy perennial herb. Size: 30-120 cm tall. Stem: Erect, hairless. Leaves: Fleshy, singular or compound of 3 or 5 leaflets, oppositely arranged, flattened, oval shaped with wavy edges. Green and occasionally reddish. Flowers: Bell shaped, drooping on single stems, in clusters up to 7 cm long, yellowish or pale green with pink or reddish blotches. Fruit and Seeds: Papery, membranous capsules with 4 compartments each with numerous seeds. Habitat: Gardens, parks, roadsides, railway lines, waste areas. Distinguishing Features: Similar to other Mother-of-millions (Kalanchoe species) but differs in combination of the above features. Impacts: Toxic to livestock and humans, forms dense clusters outcompeting native understory species. Weed Status: Priority Weed Weed Type: Environmental, Common, Invasive Garden Escapee Lifeform: Herbaceous