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Variegated Wax Ivy, Senecio macroglossus ‘Variegatus’- Plant

1)Name of Plant ( common Name/ scientific name)-Variegated Wax Ivy/ Senecio macroglossus ‘Variegatus’

2) Type of plant (Indoor/outdoor)- Outdoor

3) Size of pot it comes in-  5inches

4) Seasonal/ perennial-  Perennial

5) Flowering/ Foliage-  Flowering

6) Place to keep- Bright indirect sunlight

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Variegated wax ivy

About Variegated wax ivy

Variegated wax ivy (Senecio macroglossus ‘Variegatus’) is a delightful trailing plant with succulent stems and waxy, ivy-like leaves. Also known as variegated senecio, it is related to the string of pearls plant (Senecio rowleyanus). It is native to South Africa where it grows wild on the forest floor.

 

Wax ivy may surprise you with pale yellow, daisy-like flowers, and, in bright sunlight, the stems and leaf edges take on a pink or purplish tint. You can plant in a hanging basket where the plump stems can cascade over the rim of the container.  Senecio wax ivy is a sturdy, low-maintenance and is most often grown as an indoor plant.

 

Plant Specification

Common Name Wax ivy
Maximum Reachable Height Up to 24 meter
Flower Colour Greenish white
Bloom Time Bloom in 2nd year but rarely.
Difficulty Level Easy

Variegated Wax Ivy Planting And Care

Sunlight

  • It grows well in bright indirect sunlight.

Soil

  • Soil should be well drain and porus.

Watering

  • Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
  • Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when the top soil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
  • Apply water probably in the morning or evening time.
  • Do not overwater the Variegated wax ivy.
  • As a rule of thumb, water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.

Application of fertilizer

  • Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture.
  • During the main growing season (January-March) feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.
  • Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.

Plant Protection

  • Remove dead, infected or damaged parts of plant and discard them away from the plants.
  • For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.

Don’ts

  • Do not over water the Variegated wax ivy especially when pot does not have drainage holes.
  • keep away from the AC Vents.
  • Do not apply water on plant leaves.

Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location.

  • Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.
  • Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.
  • Keep the plant in indirect light.
  • Do not re-pot immediately after receiving it.

Special feature of Wax Ivy

Wax ivy is an air purifier indoor plant.

Ornamental uses of Variegated Wax Ivy

  • Can be grown on pots, hanging basket and also used to make topiary.

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Disclaimer : The image is for reference purposes only. The actual product may vary in shape or appearance based on climate, age, height, etc.

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