I inherited this guy from a coworker and I’ve been caring for it (poorly) for a couple years. I’ve no idea what type of plant this is….some kind of succulent. It has new growth, but the more mature shoots are constantly yellow at the base and I feel like the leaves drop pretty frequently. Any ideas on how to improve caring for this guy? Thanks in advance!
That's a beautiful plant you got there! Google says it's called Senecio barbertonicus. I have had just a few succulents and cacti, so not an expert here, but succulents usually turn yellow when overwatered. I water mine thoroughly about once a month and otherwise just leave them be. Hope this is helpful!
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In my experience the bottom leaves are absorbed by the plant first and it’s normal. I know when to water based on when the bottom leaves are shriveled up.
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It’s a happy bean. 😍 I have one and it loves a lot of sun and airy succulent mix soil. I give it a succulent fertilizer every other watering because it’s constantly growing and given good light or a grow light. It will go through periods where the leaves start to yellow at the bottom and I always monitor to make sure that it’s getting enough water and light. Mine was dealing with some pests and I think it was also going through seasonal weather issues. I would remove all of the dead, dried leaves on top of the soil. Is there a drainage hole? You might want to put it in a nursery pot or a pot that has good drainage since it’s a succulent.
2 likes Thank you! Do you think I can cut back the longer stems and propagate or no? I’m hesitant, but I’d also like it to be more bushy
0 likes Yes! They do well propagated. Let the stem callus over for a day and then pot in soil. It will won’t look great while it’s developing roots but be patient.
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