Senecio herreianus ‘String of Tears’

In the ‘string of pearls’ style, but pearls look like tiny green tears. Hanging baskets, cascading from pots. Unique white flowers.
height 3–6in
width 1–2ft
tolerates Drought, Pots, Wind
water
needs		 Low – Moderate
water
info		 Senecios are thrifty low-water succulent plants that are very versatile. They should be watered when dry. Generally they’ll want water every two to three weeks during the dry season to keep looking their best.

To keep long strings of leaves consistent, watering once almost completely dry is paramount. Too much water will rot the stems (requiring them to be re-rooted) and too little water will cause the plant to use the water in lower leaves and then shed them. If you see your leaves shriveling, your plant is ready for a drink.
hardy
to		 25F
exposure Part Sun – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 In or Out
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
fertilizing All Purpose
origin South Africa
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 16, 17, 19–24

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Growing Notes

This senecio has a form that naturally trails along the ground, rooting as it goes and making a mat over time. However, in cultivation, most gardeners place them in a pot, often hanging, where the cascading stems can be appreciated.
When grown as a groundcover, this plant will eventually begin to smother itself; once this happens it’s best to prune it back hard each spring, creating a cleaner form. These cuttings are easily rooted.

Special Interest

Intricate little flowers smell of cinnamon.