{"product_id":"string-of-hooks-senecio-radicans","title":"String of Hooks (Senecio radicans)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSenecio radicans\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as String of Hooks or String of Bananas, is a fast-growing succulent trailer prized for its distinctive crescent-shaped leaves that cascade in long, flowing tendrils. Native to South Africa, this low-maintenance charmer is equally stunning in a hanging basket, trailing from a shelf, or spilling over the edge of a planter — its banana-like foliage adding a playful, sculptural quality to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach plant ships well-established and ready to trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect to direct light. String of Hooks thrives in a sunny south- or east-facing window. Insufficient light causes leggy, sparse growth and loss of the characteristic leaf shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply, then allow the soil to dry out completely before watering again. As a succulent, it is highly susceptible to root rot from overwatering — when in doubt, wait.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates average household humidity (30–50%). No supplemental humidity required — excess moisture in the air can encourage rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–80°F (15–27°C). Tolerates brief cooler periods but should be protected from frost and temperatures below 40°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining cactus or succulent mix. Adding extra perlite (up to 50%) improves drainage and reduces rot risk significantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light feeding with a balanced, diluted fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20 at quarter strength) once a month during spring and summer. Do not fertilize in fall or winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 2–3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Shallow, wide pots or hanging baskets work best to showcase the trailing habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic to pets and humans if ingested. Keep out of reach of children and animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Leaf and Reef","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47530134470827,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/5617\/6299\/files\/3F011A1F-BF91-45C2-83FC-C6E5F78DCA34.jpg?v=1785364177","url":"https:\/\/leafandreefplants.com\/products\/string-of-hooks-senecio-radicans","provider":"Leaf and Reef","version":"1.0","type":"link"}