Senecio articulatus 'Variegated'
Senecio articulatus 'Variegated'
AsteraceaeSenecio articulatus Variegated · a succulent from the Asteraceae family, with fleshy leaves in curious shapes: pearls, ribbons, needles. Grown in our nursery in the Almería desert in full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the plant in the photo is the one you will receive.
About Senecio articulatus Vaqriegado
Senecio articulatus Vaqriegado, of the Asteraceae family, originates in cosmopolitan · notable in South Africa and Madagascar and has spread to home cultivation thanks to its beauty and resilience. It is characterized by highly varied leaves: cylindrical, lanceolate, spherical, an evolutionary adaptation that makes it a unique piece in the world of succulents.
We grow Senecio articulatus Vaqriegado at Succulentae, in the heart of the Almería desert, where the dry Mediterranean climate replicates the ideal conditions for the plant to develop its compact form and best coloration. That’s why you receive a robust plant, with marked natural color and hardened against sun and drought.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Senecio articulatus Vaqriegado | |
| Family | Asteraceae | |
| Origin | cosmopolitan · notable in South Africa and Madagascar | |
| Natural habitat | varied | |
| Adult size | variable | |
| Flowering | small yellow, white or purple flowers | |
| Propagation | very easy from cutting | |
| Toxicity | toxic if ingested |
Did you know?
The Senecio genus is one of the largest in the plant kingdom with over 1,200 species, distributed across all continents except Antarctica.
Light
Very bright, indirect or filtered light. Ideal near a south or east window.
Water
Water when the substrate is completely dry. In summer every 1-2 weeks, let it rest in winter (every 3-4 weeks or less).
Substrate
Mineral substrate with high drainage: pumice, akadama and a little peat. We ship it ready in its substrate — no repotting needed for 12-18 months.
Temperature
Ideal between 18 and 28 °C. Tolerates down to 5 °C in winter if the substrate is dry. Protect from frost.
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