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Curio rowleyanus [variegated]

Also Known As

  • Senecio rowleyanus variegata
  • Senecio rowleyanus [variegated]
  • String of Beads
  • Variegated String of Pearls

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2"-96"
  • W: 2"-24"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Curio rowleyanus [variegated] plant details

Curio rowleyanus [variegated] is a slow-growing evergreen cactus / succulent with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Curio rowleyanus [variegated]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 IN - 96 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, fragrant, houseplant, showy, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Curio rowleyanus [variegated]

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Round leaves on easy-to-snap stems. Related to daisies, and the white fluffy flowers will scent the room when i bloom. String of Pearls are naturally a sprawling plant that can be found growing under shrubs. When cultivating in pots they should be provided with water more-often than one would assume for succulents. Their root system is fairly shallow and can't keep up with providing water to the entire plant fast enough so frequent watering in well-draining soil is best. Avoid hot afternoon sun.
Strings of small, round, succulent beads trail off this unusual plant. Senecio rowleyanus ‘Variegata, well known as Variegated String of Pearls, is a perfect succulent plant for hanging baskets! Just look at those tiny green ‘peas’ with creamy variegation. It produces small, white, daisy-shaped, fragrant flowers. Provide a well-drained soil and be careful not to overwater. Keep this plant away from children and pets as it can be mildly toxic if ingested. Protect your String of Pearls plant from frost.

Gardening facts about Curio rowleyanus [variegated] plant

How to Grow Curio rowleyanus [variegated]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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