Senecio citriformis, affectionately known as 'Baby Chalk Sticks', is a captivating succulent native to South Africa, Lesotho, and Swaziland. Its striking, lemon-shaped leaves, imbued with a blue-grey-green hue, stack neatly atop each other, resembling an array of small, cylindrical, chalk-like figures.
The growth habit of this succulent is one of mounding and spreading, typically achieving a modest height of 5 cm and spreading laterally to about 20 cm. Its aptitude for ground coverage makes it an appealing choice for dry garden beds and container gardening alike. The densely packed leaves feature a powdery coating, which lends a chalky aesthetic to the plant and contributes to its common name.
Apart from its compelling foliage, Senecio citriformis boasts erect and scrambling stems, providing vertical interest in your garden or indoor spaces. These stems are adorned with creamy-yellow, daisy-like flowers in the summer, offering a delicate contrast to the blue-grey-green of the plant's primary hue.
Despite its visually striking presence, the Baby Chalk Sticks is surprisingly low-maintenance. It's a champion of drought tolerance, preferring well-draining soil and direct sunlight, while also displaying adaptability to partial shade. Care should be exercised not to overwater this plant, as it can be susceptible to root rot.
While an eye-catching addition to any plant collection, the Senecio citriformis requires caution due to its alkaloid content; it should be kept away from pets and children, and handling the plant's sap calls for care, as it may cause skin irritation.
In summary, Senecio citriformis brings an alluring blend of uniqueness and simplicity to your garden or indoor plant collection. As you appreciate its beauty, remember to treat it with care due to its alkaloid content and potential skin irritants.
Senecio citriformis 'Baby Chalk Sticks' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants to those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
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Please Note:
- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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