Candle Plant. A very attractive succulent with grey veined silvery-blue stems and deep yellow to scarlet daisy-like flowers. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers July to September. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Senecio articulata
A very attractive succulent with grey veined silvery-blue stems and deep yellow to scarlet daisy-like flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Senecio |
|---|---|
| Species | articulata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Candle Plant |
| Flower Colour | yellow, scarlet |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, blue |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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