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Package- A healthy String of Tears Plant (Without pot)

Plant Description:

Common Name- String of tears

Scientific Name- Senecio herreanus

Family- Asteraceae

Origin- South Africa

String of Tears also known as String of Raindrops or String of Beads, is a trailing succulent with delicate, bead-like leaves that resemble tears or raindrops. It features cascading stems adorned with small, round leaves that are translucent and green, with a pearly appearance. This charming succulent is perfect for hanging baskets, adding a touch of elegance to any indoor or outdoor space.

Growing Conditions- String of Tears and string of Hearts  have similar growing conditions.

1.Soil- The String of Tears requires well-drained porous soil for better growth. Use a succulent or cactus potting mix that provides good drainage. Add perlite or coarse sand to the soil mix to improve drainage.

2.Watering- The String of tears has low to moderate water requirements. Allow the soil to dry out partially between waterings, and then water thoroughly. It's better to underwater than overwater.

3.Temperature- The String of Tears prefers moderate temperatures between 15°C -27°C. It can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures but should be protected from frost and freezing conditions.

4.Humidity- The String of Tears is adaptable to average household humidity levels. String of tears does well in 40%-50% humidity level.

5.Light requirements- The String of Tears prefers bright, indirect sunlight. It thrives in bright, filtered light or partial shade. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight, especially during the hottest part of the day, as it can scorch the delicate leaves.

6.Fertilization- The String of Tears has low fertilizer requirements. Feed it with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer).

7.Flowering- String of Tears produces dainty white or pink flowers along its trailing stems during the spring or summer months.

8.Important Diseases- Common diseases of String of Tears include root rot and fungal infections, which can be managed by providing well-drained soil, avoiding overwatering, and maintaining proper air circulation.

9. Important Pests- Mealybugs are a common pest of String of Tears and can be managed by manually removing them, using insecticidal soaps or neem oil.

10.Pruning- Prune String of Tears by trimming back leggy or overgrown stems to maintain a compact and tidy appearance.

11.Propagation- The String of Tears can be propagated through stem cuttings. Take cuttings with a few nodes and allow them to dry for a day before planting them in well-drained soil.