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21 lis 2021 · Senecio Serpens is similar to its cousin Senecio Mandraliscae. Because they share similar names, they can be easily confused. While the serpens species is a delicate groundcover, the mandraliscae grows higher and more vigorously.
Quickly forming a dense blue mat with its upward curving leaves, this low-growing succulent is highly versatile and ideal as a border plant or as a groundcover. Great for creating a low, blue edging too. Grows up to 12-18 in. tall (30-45 cm) and 18-24 in. wide (45-60 cm).
18 lip 2024 · Curio repens, formerly Senecio serpens, is a lovely succulent from South Africa known as blue chalksticks. Gardening expert Rachel Garcia teaches you how to grow and care for it in this guide.
I always called it Blue Chalk Sticks,but I think its more likely Senecio Mandraliscae which is more common and has slightly longer 'spears' than Senecio Serpens, which I think is more of a ground cover type.
Blue Chalk Sticks vs Dwarf Blue Chalk Sticks. Get ready to meet the little sibling of the blue chalk sticks, the dwarf blue chalk sticks, scientifically known as Senecio serpens. This succulent is perfect for planters and pots, bringing a touch of charm to any space.
The South African blue chalk sticks succulent (Senecio Serpens) is an attractive and easy-to-grow plant for beginner gardeners. This succulent thrives in many landscapes and can grow up to 18 inches (46cm) tall. It can spread about 3 feet wide.
15 lip 2022 · Blue Chalksticks (S. serpens): This variety has short, steel-blue, tubular leaves. It grows 12 to 18 inches tall with a spread of 18 to 24 inches, and is hardy in zones 10 to 11. Blue Chalksticks (S. mandraliscae) is similar to S. serpens but a more vigorous grower with pencil-like leaves.
