Senecio radicans

Scientific name

Senecio radicans

General description

Senecio radicans, commonly known as String of Bananas, is a hanging succulent plant with drooping stems covered in fleshy, elongated banana-shaped leaves. The foliage is light green and can turn slightly blue depending on the light. Adds a light, graphic touch when hanging.

Origin

Native to the coastal regions of South Africa, with a Mediterranean climate, adapted to dry and bright environments.

Care

• Light : Bright indirect light, tolerates soft direct light in the morning or late afternoon.
• Watering : Water when the substrate is completely dry; drought tolerant; avoid frequent watering.
• Humidity : Prefers moderate to low humidity; tolerates dry air well.
• Temperature : between approximately 15 and 30°C; avoid prolonged low temperatures.
• Substrate : very draining cactus/succulent type substrate with coarse sand, perlite, mineral elements to evacuate water.

Special advice

• Use a hanging pot to highlight the cascade of leaves.
• Provide bright light to preserve color and prevent foliage from becoming stretched.
• Fertilize lightly during the growing season, once a month or less, with a succulent-friendly fertilizer.
• Handle with care as leaves can be fragile.
• Plant toxic if ingested by animals and humans.