String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)

A trail of tiny silver-patterned hearts.

Slender stems carry small heart-shaped leaves with silver-green markings. This tuberous plant suits a bright shelf where its stems can hang freely.

Meet Your Plant

• Botanical name: Ceropegia woodii (also sold as C. linearis subsp. woodii)
• Foliage: Small heart-shaped leaves with silver-green patterns
• Growth: Trailing stems; can produce small tubular flowers
• Pet safety: Keep out of reach of pets and discourage chewing.

Plant Care

• Light: Bright light with gentle sun introduced gradually. Protect from scorching summer heat.
• Watering: Let the compost dry well between waterings. Keep much drier when growth slows in winter.
• Humidity: Normal household humidity; no routine misting.
• Temperature: Keep in a warm room away from cold draughts, radiators and frost.
• Feed: Use a low-nitrogen feed sparingly during active growth, following the label.

What You Get

One living plant in the selected option. Leaf shape, colour and overall size vary naturally.