Senecio rowleyanus Variegata ‘Variegated String of Pearls’

Description

Add a unique touch to your indoor garden with Senecio rowleyanus Variegata ‘Variegated String of Pearls’. With its distinctive, variegated leaves and cascading growth pattern, this succulent is sure to be a conversation starter. Its low maintenance requirements make it perfect for busy plant lovers.

Full Botanical Name:
Senecio rowleyanus ‘Variegata’

Common Names:
Variegated String of Pearls

Country and/or Region of Origin:
This is a variegated cultivar of the species native to southwest Africa.

Growing Conditions in Native Habitat:
Shares the same arid, semi-desert conditions as the non-variegated type, thriving under similar conditions.

Care Information:

• Light:
  Requires bright, indirect light to maintain variegation. Direct sunlight may enhance color but can also cause burn marks on delicate leaves.
• Ideal Room:
  Perfect for bright indoor spaces where indirect sunlight is abundant, such as hanging near a north or east-facing window.
• Feeding:
  Feed with a diluted succulent fertilizer every two months during the active growing season. Reduce frequency in the dormant winter period.
• Humidity:
  Adapts well to low indoor humidity levels.
• Ideal Temperature:
  Best maintained between 60°F and 80°F (15°C to 27°C). It is sensitive to frost and extremely low temperatures.
• Watering:
  Water sparingly, allowing the soil to fully dry out between waterings. The variegated form may require slightly less water than the non-variegated due to its potentially slower growth rate.
• Pet/Child Safe:
  Similar to the non-variegated form, it is toxic if ingested.
• Soil:
  Well-draining sandy or gritty soil is crucial to prevent water retention and potential root rot.
• Propagation:
  Propagate through stem cuttings, ensuring variegated sections are included to maintain variegation in new plants.
• Eventual Height and Spread:
  Can trail extensively, similar to the non-variegated variety.
• Growth Rate:
  Generally slower than the non-variegated due to reduced chlorophyll in leaves.
• Pests and Treatment:
  Susceptible to the same pests as the non-variegated variety. Use insecticidal soaps or neem oil for treatment.
• Repotting:
  Repot as needed, generally every few years to refresh the soil and manage growth.
• Pruning:
  Minimal pruning required, primarily for aesthetic shaping or to remove unhealthy segments.
• Folk Law:

The variegated version of the String of Pearls carries similar associations with wealth and prosperity, enhanced by its rare appearance. The variegation is often seen as adding extra value and uniqueness, which could symbolize uniqueness and creativity in life.