Senecio scaposus
Senecio scaposus
Senecio scaposus
Senecio scaposus
Senecio scaposus
Senecio scaposus
Senecio scaposus
Senecio scaposus

Senecio Scaposus goes by the common name “Woolly Senecio.” A native of South Africa, this succulent is noted for finger-shaped long erect leaves bearing a woolly cover. Belonging to the Asteraceae family, the height of this lovely plant is about 30 cm with a short stem or, at times, no stem at all. Woolly Senecio is a summer-dormant plant requiring full sun exposure for abundant growth.

Growth Rate

Woolly Senecio has a slow growth rate but grows easily.

Flowering

During the blooming season, which is springtime, orange-colored starry-shaped flowers adorn the top of the stalks. About three to five in number, the daisy-like flowers are a show stopper.

Watering and Feeding

This hardy succulent loves water, but care should be taken not to overwater. In winters especially, minimal watering is required. Applying fertilizers once or twice a year is advised for the nourishment of the plant.

Soil

Senecio scaposus requires gritty and sandy soil that drains off quickly. The soil should be allowed to dry and drench in between watering. Make sure that the ideal soil should contain coarse sand and cactus potting soil.

Hardiness

Senecio scaposus is hardy in zones 9b to 11b, with a frost tolerance of -5° C (23° F). It, however, cannot tolerate heavy frost.

Light

This succulent plant loves warm temperatures and cannot bear the intense cold. It requires full sun for growth.

Propagation

This variety of Senecio can be propagated directly from seeds or cuttings.

Woolly Senecio is a good option for groundcover in your succulent garden. When it flowers, the entire look-and-feel can change. Add it to your outdoors, or send it out as a gift to your loved ones!

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Late spring early summer
Botanical Name Senecio scaposus
Dormancy Summer
Dormancy Winter
Family Asteraceae
Flower Color Orange
Flower Color Orange, yellow
Genus Senecio
Growth Habit Bean shaped leaves
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 9, 10, 11
Hardiness Zone 9 11(USDA)
Mature Size 12 in. tall
Native Area South Africa
Plant Type Wooly succulent
Propagation By cuttings
Propagation By cuttings, divisions
Resistance Drought tolerant
Resistance Drought tolerant, frost tolerant, pest resistance
Soil PH 6.5
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Succulents potting mix soil
Special Features Daisy like flowers
Sun Exposure Full sun(bright light)
Toxicity Toxic for humans
Toxicity Toxic for humans, toxic for pets
Watering Needs Low

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07/03/2020
Thomas J.
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Very Healthy Specimen!

My plant arrived expertly packaged and in peak condition! I'm definitely ordering from them again!

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12/16/2020
Howard G.
United States United States

Beautiful plant

This arrived as a large, healthy, beautiful plant. Couldn’t be happier with it. The leaves with their paper-like coating are beautiful and really unique looking. Will definitely be ordering more plants!

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02/22/2022
carmin w.
United States United States

very well packaged

Every time I order from Planet Desert, the plants arrive healthy. The packaging is great!

JS
03/29/2019
Janet S.

Nice plant. Looks just like picture. App...

Nice plant. Looks just like picture. Appreciate it when succulents are shipped in pots as this was. Really well packed so no damage and no set back from shipping bare root.

AW
09/17/2019
Allan W.

Gorgeous senecio! Great seller... I highl...

Gorgeous senecio! Great seller... I highly recommend!

Senecio scaposus

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Senecio Scaposus goes by the common name “Woolly Senecio.” A native of South Africa, this succulent is noted for finger-shaped long erect leaves bearing a woolly cover. Belonging to the Asteraceae family, the height of this lovely plant is about 30 cm with a short stem or, at times, no stem at all. Woolly Senecio is a summer-dormant plant requiring full sun exposure for abundant growth.

Growth Rate

Woolly Senecio has a slow growth rate but grows easily.

Flowering

During the blooming season, which is springtime, orange-colored starry-shaped flowers adorn the top of the stalks. About three to five in number, the daisy-like flowers are a show stopper.

Watering and Feeding

This hardy succulent loves water, but care should be taken not to overwater. In winters especially, minimal watering is required. Applying fertilizers once or twice a year is advised for the nourishment of the plant.

Soil

Senecio scaposus requires gritty and sandy soil that drains off quickly. The soil should be allowed to dry and drench in between watering. Make sure that the ideal soil should contain coarse sand and cactus potting soil.

Hardiness

Senecio scaposus is hardy in zones 9b to 11b, with a frost tolerance of -5° C (23° F). It, however, cannot tolerate heavy frost.

Light

This succulent plant loves warm temperatures and cannot bear the intense cold. It requires full sun for growth.

Propagation

This variety of Senecio can be propagated directly from seeds or cuttings.

Woolly Senecio is a good option for groundcover in your succulent garden. When it flowers, the entire look-and-feel can change. Add it to your outdoors, or send it out as a gift to your loved ones!

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Late spring early summer
Botanical Name Senecio scaposus
Dormancy Summer
Dormancy Winter
Family Asteraceae
Flower Color Orange
Flower Color Orange, yellow
Genus Senecio
Growth Habit Bean shaped leaves
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 9, 10, 11
Hardiness Zone 9 11(USDA)
Mature Size 12 in. tall
Native Area South Africa
Plant Type Wooly succulent
Propagation By cuttings
Propagation By cuttings, divisions
Resistance Drought tolerant
Resistance Drought tolerant, frost tolerant, pest resistance
Soil PH 6.5
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Succulents potting mix soil
Special Features Daisy like flowers
Sun Exposure Full sun(bright light)
Toxicity Toxic for humans
Toxicity Toxic for humans, toxic for pets
Watering Needs Low

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TJ
07/03/2020
Thomas J.
United States United States

Very Healthy Specimen!

My plant arrived expertly packaged and in peak condition! I'm definitely ordering from them again!

Planet Desert  Review
HG
12/16/2020
Howard G.
United States United States

Beautiful plant

This arrived as a large, healthy, beautiful plant. Couldn’t be happier with it. The leaves with their paper-like coating are beautiful and really unique looking. Will definitely be ordering more plants!

Planet Desert  Review
CW
02/22/2022
carmin w.
United States United States

very well packaged

Every time I order from Planet Desert, the plants arrive healthy. The packaging is great!

JS
03/29/2019
Janet S.

Nice plant. Looks just like picture. App...

Nice plant. Looks just like picture. Appreciate it when succulents are shipped in pots as this was. Really well packed so no damage and no set back from shipping bare root.

AW
09/17/2019
Allan W.

Gorgeous senecio! Great seller... I highl...

Gorgeous senecio! Great seller... I highly recommend!

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