Senecio Candle Plant

Plant Description

Introducing Candle Plant, now known as Baculellum articulatum. Embrace the charm of this beloved botanical curiosity featuring sausage-shaped, segmented stems adorned with exquisitely lobed leaves displaying captivating blue-green and purple hues. A unique trait of this plant is its natural leaf shedding during spring. Though infrequent, it may surprise with occasional, foul-smelling yellow blooms that can be effortlessly trimmed away. Originating in South Africa, this plant thrives in sprawling clusters in its native habitat. During the summer, it undergoes dormancy, gracefully shedding its leaves, only to resurge with new growth as winter approaches.

Specifications and Regions

- Native to: South Africa
- Hardiness: Tender soft succulent, susceptible to frost
- Zone: Suitable for zones 10
- Recommended light conditions: Partial Sun
- Bloomtime: Spring

Watering and Light Recommendations

Indoors: Instead of providing your succulents with small amounts of water throughout the week, it is advisable to thoroughly soak the soil until water drains from the pot's drainage holes. Ensure that any excess water in the saucer is discarded, as succulents prefer not to sit in water. Allow the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

Outdoors: During the summer, water your succulents every two weeks by giving them a deep soak and allowing the soil to dry before watering again. In the winter, watering once a month is sufficient.