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Basic Info
Senecio rowleyanus is one of the more beautiful trailing succulent. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 7.6 cm (3″) tall. The plant is best known to trail out of the container with beautiful pearl like features. This plant propagates best by cuttings or seeds.
Scientific Classification
Family: Asteraceae
Subfamily: Asteroideae
Tribe: Senecioneae
Genus: Curio
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
When watering the Senecio rowleyanus (or String Of Pearls) be careful it is a plant that is sensitive to over-watering. It is a plant that needs to be thoroughly drenched in water and dried before watering again. The plant should be water mostly between Spring to Fall, let the plant dry thoroughly before watering again.
General Care for Senecio Rowleyanus ‘String Of Pearls’
What kind of a plant carer should select the senecio rowleyanus ‘String Of Pearls’? It is perfect for a beginner plant grower. The plant does best when cared for indoor in a proper light home. If planted outdoors, it creates small clusters all around it, especially if planted in a rock garden.
Quick Facts:
- Prefers shades to full sun
- Needs a similar amount of water as other succulents
- Can die easily if overwatered
- Becomes 7.6 cm (3″) tall
- Has a long trail depending on each plant
- Best zoon for the plant is0 minimum -1° C (30° F )
- Does not handle cold well
- Best propagated with seeds or cuttings
- Handle with care can be harmful to animals and people
- Grows best during Spring and Fall
Where to Plant
String of Pearls is a plant that grows easiest in free-draining gritty compost. The plant does not handle cold well, so if you live an area that is colder than -1° C ( 30° F ) use a succulent container. It makes it easier to transport the plant indoor and outdoor.
Senecio rowleyanus is a plant that requires up to 6 hours of sun when planted inside keep it on a window ledge. That means a south-facing window for most of us.
How to Propagate Senecio Rowleyanus ‘String of Pearls’
Learning how to propagate Senecio rowleyanus ‘String of Pearls’, begin by selecting a sturdy, healthy leaf. Then remove the stem from the main plant, cut the stem off with a sharp knife. Senecio rowleyanus is one of the species that easily drop its leaves; it can, however, be challenging to grow a large specimen.
Once the leaf is off the Senecio rowleyanus, let it sit for a few days before placing in nutritious and well-drained soil. The soil should be drenched thoroughly, never let the soil dry. Once the plant’s root has started to appear, let the plant take its time to grow.
Origin and Habitat
Senecio rowleyanus Is known to be native to South Africa (Especially Eastern Cape and Western Cape)
