Quick Facts
LightPartial sun to partial shade
WaterBelow typical succulent needs
Maximum Height3 inches / 7.6 cm
Growth HabitTrailing
HardinessUSDA Zone 10
Minimum Temperature30°F / -1°C
PropagationStem cuttings and seeds
ToxicityToxic to people and pets
DormancySummer dormant
Flower ColorWhite
Identification
LeavesRound green leaves resemble small pearls.
StemsThin flexible stems trail over container edges.
FlowersSmall white flowers can appear in spring.
GrowthStems root where they contact suitable soil.
How to Grow String of Pearls
Light
Provide bright indirect light or gentle morning sun.
Water
Water only after the soil has dried completely. Overwatering can split leaves and rot roots.
Soil
Use a gritty fast-draining mix in a shallow container with drainage.
Placement
Display in a hanging pot or allow stems to spread as ground cover in warm climates.
Propagation by Stem Cuttings
- Cut a healthy section of stem.
- Let the cut end dry for one to two days.
- Lay the stem across well-draining soil and lightly secure it.
- Water sparingly after roots begin forming.
Scientific Classification
| Kingdom | Plantae |
|---|---|
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Curio |
| Species | Curio rowleyanus |
Toxicity: String of Pearls can be harmful if eaten and its sap can irritate skin. Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Sources and Image Attribution
Plant details are compiled from the existing Xerophyte.Garden profile.
Primary image by Forest and Kim Starr via Wikimedia Commons.
