Description
Ceropegia floribunda (also called String of Hearts, Chain of Hearts, Rosary Vine, or Sweetheart Vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a trailing, succulent vine, with heart-shaped leaves and small, tubular flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ceropegia floribunda is tubular in shape with five lobes and is white in color with purple stripes. The seed is a small, dark brown, round, hard nut. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceropegia floribunda is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the main stem and placed in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight. The cuttings will root within a few weeks and can be transplanted to a larger pot once they have rooted.