Senecio Jacobsenii
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Senecio Jacobsenii

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: moderate Light: partial_sun Toxicity: low
Water every
6 days
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–6
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
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Description

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Kleinia petraea is a species of flowering plant in the genus Kleinia and family Asteraceae which was previously considered to be a species of Senecio. Native to Kenya and Tanzania, it is colloquially known as creeping jade, trailing jade or weeping jade due to its resemblance to the unrelated Jade plant (Crassula ovata). It is grown as a garden plant as a groundcover or in hanging baskets.

Care Guide

💧 Water Every 5-7 days

Typically, this succulent should be watered twice per week. For best results, check your plant’s soil for moisture before watering it. These plants have low water requirements. They thrive when left to dry out in between waterings.

Suggested frequency: Every 5-7 days
☀️ Light Partial sun

Jade trailing is derived from settings with filtered sunlight, like the lower layers of forests or stony regions that naturally offer shade. While it favors semi-sun environments, it is also capable of withstanding exposure to full sun.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

Jade that grows in trails flourishes in hot climates and needs a rise in temperature during its growth phase to boost its development and metabolism. It favors abundant light, suitable humidity, and decent airflow. However, it can be harmed by extremely low temperatures and over-irrigation. It's crucial to maintain equilibrium and refrain from extremely high temperatures and overly parched conditions too.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-6
Soil pH: 6-6
🌱 Fertilizer

For Trailing jade, it's adequate to apply light quantities of fertilizer once or twice a year during the period of growth. The application of fertilizer should be evaded in the winter and summer seasons when the plant is in a dormant state. After repotting, the use of fertilizer should be lessened and one should wait for a few months before applying fertilizer. The act of fertilizing aids in robust growth and stimulates flowering.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Damaged, dead, or yellowing leaves should be removed as necessary. Clear any plant debris to encourage better conditions for growing.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

This plant is considered toxic to both animals and humans. It is recommended that you keep this succulent out of the reach of small children and curious pets.

Characteristics

Plant Type
Succulent
Life Cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
49 cm
Mature Spread
49 cm
Leaf Color
Light Green, Silver
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
1.02 cm to 2.03 cm
Bloom Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Fall
Native Area
Kenya, Tanzania

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