Description:
Senecio citriformis, commonly known as String of Tears, is a drought-tolerant succulent native to South Africa. It features teardrop-shaped leaves and a trailing growth habit, making it ideal for hanging baskets. The plant thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers sandy, well-drained soil. It produces small, daisy-like blooms from late summer to early winter and requires minimal watering. Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11, it can withstand short periods of cold down to 41°F.
Sources:
- [1] String of Tears - Senecio citriformis: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [2] String of Tears Senecio citriformis: Succulents Depot. Visit Source
- [3] String of Tears - Senecio citriformis: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [4] String of Tears Senecio citriformis: Succulents Depot. Visit Source
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Last Updated June 30, 2025
| Store | Title | In Stock | Price |
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| Succulents Depot | String of Tears Senecio citriformis ( 2 Inch) |
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$4.15 |
| Planet Desert | String of Tears - Senecio citriformis ( 4" Pot) |
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$10.29 |
| Succulents Depot | String of Tears Senecio citriformis ( 4 Inch) |
No
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$8.00 |