Plant Care Senecio Mandraliscae

Senecio Mandraliscae

Also known as

Blue Chalksticks, Blue Chalksticks, Curio repens, Senecio mandraliscae, Mini Blue Chalksticks, Succulent, Blue Chalk Sticks, Curio repens, senecio serpents and Dwarf Chalk Stick

Taxonomy

Senecio serpens
Senecio
Asteraceae
Asterales

How to care for Senecio Mandraliscae

๐Ÿ’ฆ Water

How often to water your Senecio Mandraliscae

Water needs for Senecio Mandraliscae
0.5 cups
every 12

Senecio Mandraliscae needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnโ€™t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Senecio Mandraliscae

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
โ˜€๏ธ Light

Finding light for Blue Chalksticks in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Senecio Mandraliscae: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Senecio Mandraliscae may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves ๐Ÿƒ, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Senecio Mandraliscae in your home ๐Ÿก.

๐Ÿชด Nutrients

How to fertilize Senecio Mandraliscae

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Senecio Mandraliscae: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itโ€™s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Senecio Mandraliscae after it doubles in size or once a yearโ€”whichever comes first.

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๐Ÿ’ก FAQs
๐Ÿ’ฆ Water Needs

Senecio Mandraliscae thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


โ˜€๏ธ Sunlight Needs

Senecio Mandraliscae may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves ๐Ÿƒ without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home ๐Ÿก.


๐Ÿถ ๐Ÿˆ ๐Ÿ‘ถ Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantโ€™s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itโ€™s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atย US (888) 426-4435.


๐Ÿ’จ Humidity

Senecio Mandraliscae prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.


๐Ÿชด Soil

Senecio Mandraliscae is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnโ€™t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!


๐Ÿ’ฉ Fertilizer

Senecio Mandraliscae grows very slowly and doesnโ€™t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantโ€™s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


โ„๏ธ Dormancy

Itโ€™s common for Senecio Mandraliscae to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


๐ŸŒŽ Native Region

Senecio Mandraliscae is native to Worldwide.


๐ŸŒธ Flowers

Senecio Mandraliscae produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.


๐Ÿง Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Senecio Mandraliscae

Senecio Mandraliscae

Senecio Mandraliscae


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4โ€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesnโ€™t get direct sunlight.

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