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Senecio rowleyanus
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Senecio rowleyanus

String of Pearls

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Trailing succulent with spherical bead-like leaves, ideal for hanging baskets. Requires bright light and infrequent watering to prevent root rot.
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Plant Details

Common Name String of Pearls
Family Asteraceae
Genus Senecio
Species Rowleyanus
Origin South Africa
Blooming Rarely blooms indoors, produces small white daisy-like flowers in spring.
Leaf Color Green to silvery-green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus mix blended with perlite or pumice for maximum drainage and aeration.

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Watering

Water thoroughly only when soil is completely dry. Reduce frequency significantly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light. Direct scorching sun may burn leaves; low light causes stretching.

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Fertilization

Diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Summer), zero fertilization in Winter.

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Pruning

Trim long stems to encourage bushiness. Remove shriveled pearls and dead flowers.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

Something wrong with your Senecio rowleyanus? Select a symptom to diagnose and fix the issue.

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eco White Cottony Spots chevron_right
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