Everyone, including us, loves succulents. They are resistant plants that do not take up much space and, above all, they are too cute. If you don’t have much space at home or want to take advantage of an empty corner, succulents are also a great option.
These 10 succulent varieties form leafy branches and look fantastic in hanging pots, high shelves or windowsills. They can also add a pop of color on a shelf, in the living room, kitchen, and even the bedroom! See 10 species that can be hung and are low maintenance.
1. Pearl Necklace (Senecio rowleyanus)
The Pearl Necklace (Senecio rowleyanus) is perhaps the most popular hanging succulent, thanks to its look and ease of handling. It grows quickly under the right conditions and can reach up to a meter in length. Pearl necklaces are toxic to cats, dogs and humans if ingested, so they should be kept out of the reach of pets.
Light: direct, bright sunlight
Water: allows the soil to dry out between waterings; water when the “pearls” take on a wrinkled appearance
2. Tangled Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)
Tangled hearts (Ceropegia woodii) is another beautiful succulent with colorful heart-shaped leaves that grow on slender stems. They are easy to propagate and can grow quickly in the right conditions – with stems reaching up to 1.5m in length. Tangled Hearts is non-toxic to cats, dogs and humans, so it might be a better choice than String of Pearls if you have pets.
Light: bright, indirect light
Water: water as soon as the soil is dry
3. Banana Necklace (curio radicans)
Another succulent that can be hung is the Banana Necklace (curio radicans or Senicio radicans). Characterized by fleshy, banana-shaped leaves and long stems, this succulent is known to be easier to care for than its relative, the String of Pearls, because it grows faster and its stems are thicker and less delicate. Unfortunately, banana cord is also toxic to cats, dogs, and humans.
Light: direct sunlight
Water: let the soil dry completely between waterings
4. Donkey’s Tail (sedum morganianum)
The Donkey’s Tail (sedum morganianum) is a perennial succulent with blue-green foliage and stems that can reach up to two feet in length. It is a popular houseplant due to its drought tolerance and the plump appearance of its fleshy leaves. It is non-toxic to pets and humans.
Light: direct sun
Water: let the soil dry completely between waterings
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5. Dolphin Necklace (Senecio x. Peregrinus)
The Dolphin Necklace (Senecio x. Peregrinus) got its name because its leaves resemble a bunch of dolphins jumping out of the water! It doesn’t reach the longer lengths like some of its relatives in the genus. Senecio reaching about 30 to 90 centimeters in length, but it has the habit of proliferating. Dolphin cord is considered toxic to cats, dogs and humans if ingested.
Light: direct sun
Water: let the soil dry completely between waterings
6. Cordão de Olive (Senecio herreianus)
Often confused with the Pearl Necklace (Senecio rowleyanus), the olive necklace (Senecio herreianus) or Rosary Necklace, is a creeping succulent that can be distinguished by the oval shape of its fleshy leaves. Its stems can grow from thirty to several meters in length. Like all plants of the genus Seneciois toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Light: direct sun
Water: water when the “olives” have a wrinkled appearance
7. Rattail Cactus (Aporocactus flagelliformis)
The mouse tail cactus (Aporocactus flagelliformis) is a variety of cactus marked by long stems that can grow to nearly two meters in length. Compared to most cacti varieties, this species is fast growing and its stems can grow up to a foot a year. Keep the cactus in a safe place and out of reach, as its sharp surface can easily injure pets or children.
Light: direct sunlight
Water: Hold water during the growing season; keep dry when inactive
8. Nickel Necklace (Dischidia nummularia)
A Dischidia nummularia It is a tropical succulent grown for its attractive coin-shaped foliage, which ranges in color from pale green to a stunning silvery green. These plants are epiphytes and in the wild grow on trees, so don’t plant Dischidia nummularia in normal potting soil: use an orchid or coconut shell mix.
Unlike other high light succulents, Nickel Rope can tolerate low light conditions and grows well indoors. Vines can reach three to four feet in length. The species is slightly toxic if ingested.
Light: bright indirect light to medium filtered light
Water: Let the substrate get a little dry between waterings; avoid flooding
9. Fishbone Cactus (Disocactus anguliger)
Another hanging plant that is beloved for its unique appearance is the Herringbone Cactus (Disocactus anguliger), also known as the zig-zag cactus. This species has an upright growth habit as a young plant, and as it matures, the leaves begin to fold and develop a trailing habit. As a result, these succulents do well in hanging baskets as well as planters. Fishbone cacti are non-toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Light: bright, indirect light
Water: Water when the soil is dry; overwatering can cause root rot
10. Necklace of Rubies (Othonna capensis)
The Ruby Necklace (Othonna capensis) is a fast-growing, creeping succulent characterized by a reddish-purple stem and thin, bean-shaped leaves that turn red when exposed to direct sunlight. The stems of a non-toxic ruby cord can grow up to a foot long and can be easily propagated.
Light: medium light to direct sun
Water: let the soil dry completely between waterings
*Via The Spruce