Description
The string of Pearl s succulent is an unusual succulent that is easy to grow indoors with little attention.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Senecio rowleyanus, String of Pearls - Succulent Plant |
| 2 | 3 inch (8 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
Interesting Fact: This plant is given the name String of Pearls for its pearl like spherical leaves and the pattern they form. Senecio rowleyanus is a perennial succulent, grow up to 3 feet in height, trailing stems, lined with small spherical green color leaves. Each leaf has a longitudinal translucent stripe.
Flowers are small, white, brush-like on long peduncles.Plant Specifications
| Common Name | String of Pearls, String of Beads, String of Peas |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 3 feet |
| Flower Colour | Pale yellow |
| Bloom Time | Spring to Fall |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Senecio rowleyanus care
Stem cuttings can be used for the propagation of this succulent.Re-pot when the plant performs clump and goes beyond the pot size. It should be done before or after the rainy season and in the spring season.
Re-pot with the following proportions:3 parts of potting soil,1 part of grit (pumice),1 part of the horticultural-grade sand,1/2 part of the compost etc.
| Sunlight | Full sun, partial sun, at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day. |
| Watering | Low for the rainy season, Moderate for winter, More than moderate for a summer |
| Soil | Avoid excess organic contents in the soil. |
| Temperature | 22 to 35 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | No need much. A peat-based compost should not be used. |
Senecio rowleyanus special feature
Survivals and growers of the summer.
Senecio rowleyanus uses
Ornamental Use:
- Its color and the appearance is appreciated by the various gardens