String of Pearls (Severely Stressed/Etiolated)
Senecio rowleyanus
A severely etiolated and dehydrated trailing succulent with elongated, thin stems and very small, underdeveloped leaves, lying on top of well-draining potting soil inside a terracotta pot.
- Light
- Bright, indirect light to direct sun for 6 hours daily
- Water
- Allow the soil to dry out completely between deep waterings. Reduce watering significantly during the winter months.
- Growth
- Perennial trailing succulent, usually growing up to 2 to 3 feet in length under optimal conditions, with a fast creeping habit
Care instructions
Provide bright, indirect to direct sunlight for several hours a day. Water thoroughly only when the soil has completely dried out. Use a specialized cactus and succulent potting mix with excellent drainage. Maintain warm indoor temperatures and good airflow.
Growing details
Sunlight
Bright, indirect light to direct sun for 6 hours daily
Watering
Allow the soil to dry out completely between deep waterings. Reduce watering significantly during the winter months.
Soil
Fast-draining cactus and succulent mix, pH range of 6.0 to 7.5
Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 9 to 11
Growth habit
Perennial trailing succulent, usually growing up to 2 to 3 feet in length under optimal conditions, with a fast creeping habit
Bloom season
Spring; produces small, white, pom-pom-like flowers that carry a distinct cinnamon-like fragrance
Propagation
Propagated easily by stem cuttings placed directly onto moist soil or rooted in water
Common pests & issues
Prone to root rot if overwatered, and susceptible to mealybugs and aphids. Etiolation occurs due to insufficient light.
Similar species
Senecio radicans (String of Bananas), which features more elongated, banana-shaped leaves rather than spherical beads
User notes
Is a succulent