Senecio

Senecio is a diverse genus of flowering plants within the daisy family, encompassing ragworts and groundsels. Taxonomically variable, Senecio ranks among the largest genera of flowering plants. See even more types of succulents at Xerophyte Garden.

Senecio serpens aka Blue Chalksticks

Senecio serpens spreads through upright blue-gray finger-shaped leaves that create a cool-toned groundcover. Blue Chalksticks develops its best color in full sun and dry, well-drained soil.

Senecio rowleyanus aka String of Pearls

Senecio rowleyanus forms long delicate strands covered in round pearl-like leaves. String Of Pearls needs bright indirect light, shallow watering, and excellent airflow around its crown.

Senecio radicans aka String of 🍌Bananas

Senecio radicans produces cascading stems lined with curved banana-shaped leaves. String Of Bananas grows faster than many trailing succulents and is easy to propagate from cuttings.

Senecio jacobsenii aka Trailing Jade

Senecio jacobsenii trails or climbs with thick jade-like leaves that may turn purple in strong light. Trailing Jade is especially effective in hanging baskets and elevated containers.

Senecio haworthii aka Cocoon Plant

Senecio haworthii has upright stems densely wrapped in white felted leaves that resemble tiny cocoons. Cocoon Plant needs bright light and careful watering to maintain its compact silvery form.