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    Curio rowleyanus [variegated]

    Also Known As

    • Senecio rowleyanus [variegated]
    • Senecio rowleyanus variegata
    • 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.

    By: The Other Side Nursery

    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.

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    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

    See other plant types of Curio for your garden

    Senecio articulatus

    Scientific Name: Baculellum articulatum

    aka Curio articulatus, Curio (syn. Senecio) articulatus, Candle Plant

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 6"-24"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Senecio articulatus foliage by Far Out Flora
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    Senecio herreanus

    Scientific Name: Curio herreanus

    aka Senecio heneanus 'Football', Senecio herreianus, Senecio herrianus 'String of Beads', Senecio lerreianus, String of Bananas, String of Beads, String of Pearls

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent

    Zones

    10b-12

    Size

    Height: 4"-36"

    Width: 4"-36"

    • sun - dappled shade
    • occasional - low
    Photo of Senecio herreanus foliage by salchuiwt
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    Senecio radicans

    Scientific Name: Curio radicans

    aka Senecio radicans 'Fishhook Plant', Banana Vine, Fish Hooks, String of Bananas, String of Fishhooks

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 9"-12"

    • sun - dappled shade
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in winter
    Photo of Senecio radicans foliage, form by Cactus Jungle
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    Senecio repens

    Scientific Name: Curio repens

    aka Curio repens 'Mini Blue', Kleinia repens, Senecio repens, Senecio repens 'Mini Blue', Senecio serpens, Blue Chalksticks, Chalksticks, Compact Blue Chalksticks

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

    Zones

    9b-12

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 24"-36"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Senecio repens foliage by michaelday_bath
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    Senecio serpens 'Dark Blue'

    Scientific Name: Curio repens 'Dark Blue'

    aka Dark Blue Senecio

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

    Zones

    9b-11

    Size

    Height: 1'

    Width: 1'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    Photo of Senecio serpens 'Dark Blue' flower, foliage by Far South Wholesale Nursery
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