Senecio radicans

Senecio radicans  also known as String of Tears or String of Bananas is native to South Africa.

The small, pointed, succulent leaves of grow along creeping stems that form a matted colony. The translucent “windows” down the sides of the leaves allow sun to shine through, making this a most interesting subject for hanging pots.

The String of Bananas is a slow growing, popular, low maintenance plant to grow in very bright, indirect light or morning sun. It flower is white, not showy, yet has a strong cinnamon scent.

Plant in loose, porous, well-draining soil. Water when surface is dry. Fertilize with a balanced, low nitrogen fertilizer March through October. Protect from frost, hardy to 45 degrees F.

We are offering a well-established plant that is about 3 inches in diameter.