String of Bananas Care Guide
Curio radicans
Also known as: Senecio Radicans, Fishhook Senecio
Watering
Summer
Every 12 days
Winter
Every 18 days
Let the top 2-3cm of soil dry out before watering. Stick your finger in - if it feels dry, water.
Light
Bright indirect
Near a window but no direct rays hitting the leaves
Humidity
30-40%
Thrives in dry air. No misting needed.
Pet & Child Safety
Mildly toxic - may cause irritation
Harmful to: cats, dogs
Pot & Soil
Small pot with excellent drainage. Use cactus/succulent mix with extra perlite.
Pot-size watering
The 12-18 day range is a starting point. A 5cm pot dries quickly, but the soil should still reach its proper dry-down before watering. A 22cm pot can hold moisture deep inside even when the top looks dry.
Prefers snug roots
This plant usually prefers a snug root zone. Size up only when roots are circling, the plant dries out much faster than usual, or growth has clearly stalled.
Soil refresh
Refresh gritty mix when drainage slows, salts crust on the surface, or the potting mix collapses - usually every 18-24 months for stable plants.
Good to Know
Easier than String of Pearls. Banana-shaped leaves. Fast-growing trailer.
Frequently asked
How often should I water String of Bananas?▾
Every 12 days in summer and every 18 days in winter is the reference range. The 12-18 day range is a starting point. A 5cm pot dries quickly, but the soil should still reach its proper dry-down before watering. A 22cm pot can hold moisture deep inside even when the top looks dry. Let the top 2-3cm of soil dry out before watering. Stick your finger in - if it feels dry, water.
What light does String of Bananas need?▾
Bright indirect. Near a window but no direct rays hitting the leaves.
Is String of Bananas safe for pets and children?▾
Mildly toxic - may cause irritation if chewed. Keep out of reach of curious pets and small children.
What humidity does String of Bananas prefer?▾
30-40%. Thrives in dry air - no misting needed.
What soil and pot does String of Bananas need?▾
Small pot with excellent drainage. Use cactus/succulent mix with extra perlite. This plant usually prefers a snug root zone. Size up only when roots are circling, the plant dries out much faster than usual, or growth has clearly stalled. Refresh gritty mix when drainage slows, salts crust on the surface, or the potting mix collapses - usually every 18-24 months for stable plants.
Is String of Bananas beginner-friendly?▾
Yes - String of Bananas is a succulent well-suited to beginners.
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