Succulents will grow long stems when they are not getting enough sunlight. This process is called etiolation, where they start to turn and stretch out in search of light, giving them a “leggy” appearance with a long stem and smaller, spaced-out leaves.
Also to know is, what are some trailing succulents?
Top Hanging or Trailing Succulents:
- Senecio Rowleyanus (String of Pearls, String of Peas)
- Senecio Herreianus (String of Beads)
- Senecio Radicans (String of Bananas)
- Fish Hook Senecio or Grey Fishhooks Senecio.
- Dischidia Nummularia (String of Nickels)
- Crassula Pellucida Variegata (Calico Kitten)
- Leaf – shape, size and thickness.
- Color – of leaves, flowers or stems.
- Markings or bumps on the leaves.
- Flower – shape, color, number of blooms and petals.
- Stem – color, texture, length.
- Ciliate hairs.
- Epicuticular wax.
- Spikes, spines or smooth.
Simply so, are there trailing succulents?
Trailing succulents spill bountifully from beds, containers, and hanging pots, creating a lush cascade that adds height to a planting. The varieties in this category grow and trail at different rates, but all propagate readily from stem cuttings.
What is the long thing coming out of my succulent?
Succulents stretch out when they aren’t getting enough sunlight. You’ll first notice the succulent start to turn and bend toward the light source. Then as it continues to grow it will get taller with more space between the leaves.
What do I do if my succulent has a long stem?
If you have succulent plants growing long stems and getting too leggy simply give them a good haircut. They can take it and will come back stronger than ever.
What is a hanging succulent?
Succulents that hang or trail are becoming more and more popular because of how aesthetically pleasing they are as they spill over from their hanging baskets. It’s no wonder these beautiful “spillers” are perfect for any garden dish.
What is the hanging succulent called?
The string of pearls (Senecio rowleyanus) is perhaps the most popular hanging succulent thanks to its impressive trailing appearance and ease of care. They are fast-growing under the right conditions and can reach lengths of three to four feet.
How do you plant a hanging succulent?
How do I find out what type of plant I have?
Take a look at the shape of the leaf when identifying flowers by their leaves. The leaf shape can be round, oval or oblong, lance shaped or elliptic. The pattern of veins in the leaf can also help you figure out the type of plant you are dealing with.
How do you tell if a succulent is male or female?
Is there an app to identify succulents?
A great option for identification is an app put together by my friend Jacki at Drought Smart Plants called Succulent ID. You can look at different genera of succulents or search through photos based on characteristics of your succulent.
