String of Tears - Senecio Herreianus
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| Management number | 250424312 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$3.20 | Model Number | 250424312 | ||
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- Description
- String of Tears - Senecio Herreianus Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
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Senecio Herreianus, also called String Of Tears, is a trailing succulent native to the semi-arid regions of southern Africa. A member of the Asteraceae family, it grows across rocky ground in dappled shade and is popular with indoor gardeners for its hanging form and teardrop-shaped leaves.
The plant is recognizable by its small, teardrop-shaped leaves that line long, slender trailing stems. Each leaf is plump with stored water and marked with a translucent stripe running lengthwise like a tiny window. The bead-like foliage cascades downward in a soft trailing form. The stems remain slender even as they lengthen.
Senecio Herreianus produces small, brush-like white flowers when it receives a temperature drop during cooler months, though the plant is primarily grown for its foliage rather than its blooms. The flowers are modest and fleeting, appearing only occasionally. It can survive extended periods without water thanks to its water-storing leaves.
Hang it near a bright window or move it outside in summer to a sheltered spot with indirect light. Rotate the pot every couple of weeks for even, balanced growth. Keep it on a high shelf well out of reach of pets and small children, as the sap can cause skin and paw irritation. Propagation is straightforward: allow stem cuttings to callous for a day or two, then place them in dry succulent soil and water sparingly until roots establish.
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String of Tears - Senecio Herreianus grows well in bright indirect light and adapts to office LEDs but scorches in harsh direct south-facing sun.
Water it only when the soil is completely dry, roughly every 10-14 days in summer and every 3-4 weeks in winter.
Senecio Herreianus does best in well-draining succulent and cactus soil that never holds excess moisture.
It prefers temperatures between 60-85°F and requires protection from frost below 30°F.
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Senecio Herreianus is a moderate grower that benefits from light balanced fertilizer once a month during spring and summer.
It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and tolerates brief dips to around 25°F but not sustained frost. It grows outdoors year-round in California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, Florida, Hawaii, Louisiana, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, and Mississippi. The milder coastal areas of Oregon and Washington, plus parts of New Mexico and the Gulf Coast region, also support this drought-tolerant trailing plant.
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Q: How often should I water String of Tears - Senecio Herreianus?
A: Water only when soil is fully dry. It wilts slightly when thirsty.
Q: Is it safe to keep around cats and dogs?
A: String of Tears - Senecio Herreianus sap can cause skin and paw irritation, and the plant should not be nibbled or eaten. Keep it on a high shelf well out of reach of pets and small children.
Q: Can Senecio Herreianus grow under artificial light?
A: It adapts well to office LEDs and other artificial lighting, so a bright corner away from direct sun works well for indoor spaces.
Q: How do I propagate this plant?
A: Senecio Herreianus propagates easily from stem cuttings. Allow the cut end to callous for a day or two, then place it in dry succulent soil and water sparingly until roots establish.
Q: Can String Of Tears survive a trip without water?
A: You can leave it up to ten days without water.
Q: Does this plant need to come indoors in winter?
A: Bring String Of Tears inside before temperatures drop toward frost. It requires protection below 30°F and cannot survive sustained freezing.
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