String of Fish Hooks

Description

🌱 String of Fish Hooks Care Guide

Botanical name: Curio (Senecio) radicans
Common names: String of Fish Hooks, String of Bananas
Plant type: Trailing succulent

☀️ Light

• Bright indirect light is best
• Can tolerate morning sun
• Too little light causes long, weak growth

💧 Water

• Water only when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry
• Soak well and let excess water drain
• Reduce watering in winter
• Overwatering leads to root rot

🌡️ Temperature

• Ideal range: 18–30°C
• Protect from frost and cold drafts

🌬️ Humidity

• Prefers low to moderate humidity
• Normal indoor air is perfect

🌱 Soil

• Use a well-draining cactus/succulent mix
• Add perlite or coarse sand for extra drainage

🪴 Pot

• Pots with drainage holes are essential
• Hanging baskets work best
• Terracotta pots help prevent overwatering

🌿 Fertilizer

• Feed once every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer
• Use diluted succulent fertilizer
• No feeding in winter

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Trim leggy vines to keep plant full
• Handle gently; stems can snap easily

🌱 Propagation

• Very easy from stem cuttings
• Place cuttings on soil surface and lightly press in
• Roots form in 1–2 weeks

🐛 Pests

• May attract mealybugs and aphids
• Treat early with neem oil or insecticidal soap

⚠️ Common Problems

• Soft, yellow hooks: Overwatering
• Shriveled leaves: Underwatering
• Sparse growth: Not enough light