Curio herreanus’Variegatus '
Curio herreanus(Dinter ) P.V.Heath
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Curio herreanusf.variegatus , Senecio herreanusf.variegatus , Senecio herreanus’Variegatus',Senecio herreianusf.variegatus , Senecio herreianus’Variegatus '
syndicate : AsteraceaeSubfamily : AsteroideaeTribe : SenecioneaeSubtribe : SenecioninaeGenus : Curio
The formal epithet " variegatus(var - ee - GAY - tus ) " means " motley ; get a radiation pattern of unlike colors or marks . "
Curio herreanus’Variegatus ' is a form ofCurio herreanusselected for its variegated foliage .
Curio herreanus’Variegatus ' , formerly known asSenecio herreanus’Variegatus ' orSenecio herreianus’Variegatus',is an attractive succulent with trail stems and green , orchis - work leaves with irregular , creamy - snowy and scandalmongering marker . The stems are narrow , root at the node , and can produce over 12 inches ( 30 cm ) long . The leaves often take flimsy pinkish chromaticity .
The flowers are small , brush - like , white to nearly white , and appear from spring to fall on long stalks .
ignitor : Keep yourC. herreanus’Variegatus ' in partial shade if outdoors and bright sunlight if indoors . ward off acute afternoon sun in summer . It will rise in full spectre but will become lank and leggy .
Soil : As with most succulents , this plant prefers awell - draining dirt mixture . For growingC. herreanus’Variegatus ' indoors , it is essential to use a container with at least one drain jam at the bottom .
Hardiness : C. herreanus’Variegatus ' can defy temperature as low as 25 to 50 ° farad ( -3.9 to 10 ° C),USDA hardiness zones9b to 11b . The plant will not go consistent temperatures below freezing .
Watering : Water on a regular basis during the growing time of year , let the soil to dry out between waterings . This plant is drought liberal , but the land should never be exit teetotal for too long . bring down watering oftenness during the winter months . Water only if the soil is completely dry .
Fertilizing : C. herreanus’Variegatus ' can take a bit more fertiliser than other succulent if you want it to mature tight . tip your plant once a year with a dilute result of a balanced , water - soluble fertilizer in summer .
Repotting : You do not necessitate to repot this works often . you’re able to do it when you see that the container becomes too small or shallow .
Propagation : This plant can be grown from seeds or cuttings . seeded player need warm temperatures or using semen warm and unceasing moisture to develop . Take cutting during the outpouring and summer .
Learn more atHow to Grow and Care for Curio .
C. herreanus’Variegatus ' is a toxic plant life . Grow it with peachy precaution if you have youngster , pets , or livestock .
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