Weed library - Mother of Millions (Bryophyllum Species)


There are many different species of Mother of Millions. The mother of millions species are a smooth, fleshy succulent plant with each species having a distinctive leaf shape.

Mother of Millions grows to around 1 meter tall, producing flower spikes in the winter with clusters of bell shaped flowers at the top.

Mother of Millions Plants are poisonous. Once sprayed, stock should be kept away from these plants until they have completely died down.


Source: NSW Weed Wise 2018, NSW Weed Wise, NSW Department of Primary Industries, accessed 22 May 2023, < https://weeds.dpi.nsw.gov.au/Weeds/Motherofmillions>.

Herbicide Control Options

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Control Tips

Gusto Woody and Noxious Weed Herbicide is registered for the control of mother of Millions.


When using Gusto in a high volume spraying situation:


  • Spray all leaves and stems just to the point of runoff
  • Spray actively growing plants
  • Use a high quality non ionic wetting agent like Weed Forces Holdfast for best results, helping to improve wetting and herbicide penetration of the plant foliage

  • DO NOT spray when the plant is stressed (i.e. Drought, physical damage, insect damage etc)

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