string of needles succulent Ceropegia Linearis | String of Needles

string of needles succulent Ceropegia Linearis | String of NeedlesCeropegia woodii has many common names, including chain of hearts, the collar of hearts, string of hearts, rosary vine, hearts on a string, and sweetheart vine. This form has short spiky leaves and is an unusual and hard to find variety. A native of Africa it is a beautiful easy care plant wIth beautiful trailing leaves. It's a very fast grower and with a little care, it will thrive in a small pot for years. In its native habitat, it can be found

Ceropegia woodii has many common names, including chain of hearts, the collar of hearts, string of hearts, rosary vine, hearts-on-a-string, and sweetheart vine. This form has short spiky leaves and is an unusual and hard to find variety. A native of Africa it is a beautiful easy-care plant wIth beautiful trailing leaves. It's a very fast grower and with a little care, it will thrive in a small pot for years. 

In its native habitat, it can be found growing up trees reaching lengths of 4m high before forming thicker roots as it matures. It will grow in almost any soil and light conditions making it ideal as a houseplant and it travelled around the world being cultivated into many forms. 

It does produce tiny purple flowers although most keep this plant for its beautiful leaves. 

These are cute small plants ready to hang, add to a shelf or as a pot plant and add instant impact. 

Ceropegia woodii would make a great houseplant gift for friends or family - surprise them with rainforest style!

If you are giving Ceropegia woodii as a gift, make sure you include your message at the basket stage.  We’ll deliver the houseplant along with a free, handwritten card - and we’ll leave out the paperwork with the price on!

Ceropegia woodii care level

This plant is easy to care for, great for beginners.

If you would like more information on caring for Ceropegia woodii, please have a look at our video here

Where should I put this plant?

likes a shady corner, it will also enjoy a sunny spot, so it’s not a fussy plant.

How should I water this plant?

Drench in between droughts. 

Should I feed this plant?

Feed once a month in spring and summer with liquid plant food. Why not try our own vegan, organic plant food?

Is this plant suitable if I have pets?

This plant is toxic to cats and dogs.

What size is this plant?

W8cm x H50cm

All our plants are supplied in a plastic nursery pot