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
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Senecio |
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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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