String of Hearts, Ceropegia Woodii
Botanical Name: Ceropegia woodii
Common Names: String of Hearts, Rosary Vine, Sweetheart Vine, Chain of Hearts, Collar of Hearts
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About
String of Hearts is a trailing fairytale. It's heart shaped leaves grow on delicate vines that cascade over the edge of its pot, making it a prime candidate for a hanging pot or place of pride high on a shelf. It is as easy to care for as it is delightfully whimsical.
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers bright indirect light. Tolerates medium light. Growth will slow in medium light conditions. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers to dry out. Tolerates drought. Will not tolerate excessive watering and can succumb to rot easily.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers a well draining soil mix that doesn’t retain much water. Sand, pumice, and perlite are key components. This combination ensures stability, access to water when they need it, and consistent access to oxygen.
Moisture Retention
Fast Drying
Retentive
Drainage Speed
Slow
Fast
