Ceropegia
A species of the genus Ceropegia from the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. String of Hearts is without any doubt among the top “must have” plants around. Most importantly it is so easy to care for. They prefer to be left alone hanging about and growing their own business, then manage to trail at a high satisfactory rate and act like a succulent but with the most delicate looking foliage. Ceropegia is also very easy to propagate and with the right care you can succeed so well with her, and she will stay with you for a very long time.
In America the plant is famously known as “Rosary Vine”. In the UK she is famously known as “String of Hearts”. However the word “Ceropegia” originated from the Greek “keros” for wax and “pege”, which means stream or fountains, and in native southern Africa they have named it “Bushman’s Pipe” for the unusual trumpet-like flowers they grow.
Care
Though the plant itself is generally very hardy, some plant parents find it very hard to care for, usually with the most common issue, overwatering. It is absolutely vital that String of Hearts is treated as a succulent. They need their soil to dry out between watering as they store water in their tubers in the soil, or grow on their strings. It is also important for the plant to have some sun during the day, preferably morning sun, and to use a well-draining soil. Over winter you should cut back on water and let the plant rest as they enter their dormant period.
Problems
Yellowing and dropping leaves - overwatering. If the roots have rotted there is unfortunately not much that will save it. Try to repot the plant gently in a mix of well-draining soil, mixed with sand or perlite.
Neglect in watering is KEY with Ceropegia Woodii. Try underwatering rather than being generous.
Wrinkled or curling leaves - too cold
