Water
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water thoroughly until it drains from the pot's bottom. Overwatering is the most common cause of rot for this succulent.
Reduce watering significantly during the dormant winter months.
Also known as Creeping-Berry · Fishhook Senecio · String Of Bananas
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Curio radicans, commonly known as Senecio radicans, is a trailing succulent with small, banana-shaped leaves that cascade elegantly.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct morning sun but may scorch in intense afternoon sun.
75% intensity
Bright indirect light is ideal for compact growth and vibrant color.
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Water thoroughly when dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
25% intensity
Drought tolerant, but thrives with occasional deep watering when dry.
Well-draining, sandy
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter.
50% intensity
Avoid frost and sudden temperature drops.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted succulent fertilizer.
25% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month in spring and summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 2/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Mildly toxic if ingested
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water thoroughly until it drains from the pot's bottom. Overwatering is the most common cause of rot for this succulent.
Reduce watering significantly during the dormant winter months.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Trim back leggy stems to just above a leaf node. Cuttings can be used for propagation. Pruning can be done at any time of year, but is most effective in spring.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Keep slightly moist until roots form.
Can also be propagated from seed, but cuttings are faster and more reliable.
Repot only when the plant becomes root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball. Repot in spring.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Curio |
| Species | Curio radicans |
Similar in genus Curio
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