Senecio haworthii aka Cocoon Plant

General Care for Senecio haworthii aka Cocoon Plant

Senecio haworthii aka Cocoon Plant, also known as Wooly Senecio, thrives in container gardens. Its distinctive color comes from the tiny white hairs covering the leaves.

Watering

Senecio haworthii has average watering needs for a succulent. Use the soak and dry method, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Where to Plant

Cocoon Plant is not cold hardy, so if you live in a zone colder than 30°F (-1.1°C), plant it in a container that can be brought indoors. It prefers full to partial sun. Plant in an area receiving at least 6 hours of sunlight daily in your garden. Indoors, place it near a southern-facing window for ample sunlight (Northern Hemisphere).

Uses

The Afrikaans name for Cocoon Plant is Tontelbos, meaning tinderbush. The white coating of the leaves was historically used as tinder for starting fires.

How to Propagate Senecio haworthii aka Cocoon Plant

Leaves

Cocoon Plant propagates well from leaves. When selecting a leaf for propagation, gently twist it from the stem to ensure a clean pull. Allow the leaf to callous for a day or two before placing it on well-draining soil.

Cuttings

To propagate Senecio haworthii from cuttings, use a sterile, sharp knife or scissors. Remove a stem from the main plant and allow it to callous for several days before planting it in well-draining soil. Water when the soil has completely dried out.