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Senecio rowleyanus 'Variegata'

Senecio rowleyanus 'Variegata' (syn. Curio rowleyanus 'Variegatus')

Confirmed format: 6cm potted plant

Plant Highlights

• Distinctive variegated pearl-like foliage

• Elegant trailing stems for shelves and hanging displays

• Thrives in bright, indirect light

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Compact plant with a unique cascading habit

Overview

Senecio rowleyanus 'Variegata', also known as Variegated String of Pearls, is a distinctive trailing succulent grown for its cascading stems of rounded, bead-like leaves marbled with shades of green and creamy white. The unusual foliage creates a striking display as the stems lengthen, making it a popular choice for modern interiors.

Supplied in a 6cm pot, this compact plant is ideal for displaying on a bright windowsill, shelf or plant stand where the trailing stems can develop naturally. Given plenty of bright light and careful watering, it becomes an attractive cascading feature while remaining easy to care for.

Why We Love It

• Unique variegated foliage unlike any other houseplant.

• Trailing stems create an eye-catching cascading display.

• Compact size is perfect for smaller spaces.

• Requires only occasional watering once established.

• An excellent addition to succulent and cactus collections.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Light

Place in a bright position with plenty of indirect light. A little gentle morning or evening sunshine is beneficial, but avoid prolonged harsh midday sun, particularly during summer.

Watering

Allow the compost to dry almost completely before watering thoroughly. Reduce watering during winter when growth naturally slows, and never leave the pot sitting in water.

Compost

Use a gritty, free-draining cactus or succulent compost in a container with drainage holes. Repot only when the plant has outgrown its pot.

Humidity and Temperature

Average indoor humidity is ideal. Maintain warm indoor temperatures and keep the plant away from cold draughts and prolonged cold conditions.

Feeding and Routine Care

Feed monthly with a diluted cactus or succulent fertiliser during spring and summer. Handle carefully, as the trailing stems are delicate. Trim stems if required to encourage fuller growth, and healthy cuttings can be rooted easily to produce new plants.

Perfect For

• Hanging planters and macramé hangers.

• Shelves and high plant stands.

• Bright living rooms and home offices.

• Sunny windowsills with filtered light.

• Succulent and indoor plant collections.

Good to Know

Variegated forms grow more slowly than the standard green String of Pearls because the lighter-coloured foliage contains less chlorophyll. Rotate the pot occasionally to encourage even growth and maintain a balanced shape.

Product Information

• Botanical identity: Senecio rowleyanus 'Variegata'

• Synonym: Curio rowleyanus 'Variegatus'

• Supplied in a 6cm nursery pot.