Aichryson laxum
Aichryson Laxum, or Tree of Love, is an indoor plant, popular for its unique appearance and for being easy to grow, even by novice growers. The plant received the name “Tree of Love” thanks to its leaves that have a heart-shaped form.
Fun fact to know about the Tree of Love plant: It is believed that these succulents only grow well and bloom if grown in an atmosphere of love, peace, and understanding, where there is no negative energy. If the Tree of love plant loses leaves or doesn’t bloom, it is a sign for the owners to improve their relations.
These plants are annual or biennial and they produce volunteer seedlings around themselves after they flower, allowing new plants to grow even if the old one dies.
The Tree of Love plant can be an excellent present for anyone. It is often gifted to young families at wedding anniversaries because it is believed that this houseplant brings happiness and love to the house.
After flowering, the ‘Tree of Love’ plants die unless the inflorescence is removed so allow to flower and collect the seeds or allow to self seed for young plants or remove the flower spike to keep the original.
Comes in a 7-9cm pot