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Senecio herreianus - String of Bananas Hanging Plant

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Senecio herreianus - String of Bananas Hanging Plant

Regular price: £15.00
Regular price
Sale price: £15.00

🤔 Is this plant right for you?

🪴 Skill Level: Almost unkillable - perfect for beginners

🌤 Location: Prefers bright indirect light

📏 Grows up to: 50cm

🔍 Some other details

Nursery Pot Size: 14 cm

Air Purifier? Mild impact on air quality

Minimum plant height: 30-40cm

Grows up to: 50cm

Stems per pot: 10+

Child / Pet Safe: No

Humidity: No need to mist (prefers the dry)

Top Tip: Pop me in the shower and hose me down once in a while

📝 Description

Senecio herreianus, which also goes by the charming names such as String of Beads, String of Raindrops, String of Watermelons or String of Dolphins is a trailing succulent that hails from the regions of Namibia and South Africa. Its distinguishing feature lies in its trailing stems, elegantly draped with succulent leaves shaped like plump teardrops.

With trailing stems that bear tiny, spherical leaves resembling strings of beads or miniature watermelons, the String of Bananas is a visual treat. The translucent, vibrant green leaves serve a dual purpose by not only providing a distinctive aesthetic but also storing water efficiently, allowing the plant to thrive in arid conditions.

Originating from the dry landscapes of Namibia and South Africa, this succulent has adapted to endure drought and low-humidity environments. Its growth habit, with cascading stems, makes it a popular choice for hanging planters or elevated spots, where it can create a lush curtain of greenery.

Caring for the String of Bananas is refreshingly uncomplicated. It flourishes in bright, indirect light and should be shielded from direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch. Watering should be done when the top inch of soil is dry, and excess water should be allowed to drain. With its captivating appearance and easy care requirements, the String of Raindrops is a fantastic addition to any plant collection, bringing charm and natural beauty to your living space.

Note the hangers on this houseplant are detachable do if you did decide to place on a bookshelf or sideboard, it will still look wonderful :)

Important notice: The String of Bananas come coiled in the packaging to safeguard them during transportation. When you unwrap them, we advise delicately untwisting the coils and carefully separating the vines around the pot. Rushing through this process may result in losing some of the bananas, so take your time. Allow the coils to hang for a few days before gradually parting the vines (patience is key). While some loss of foliage is inevitable, these plants are known for their rapid growth and will regenerate swiftly.

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