Description
Ceropegia haygarthii (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.
Uses & Benefits
Ceropegia haygarthii is an attractive, trailing plant with unique, tubular flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. The plant is also known for its ability to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceropegia haygarthii has small, white, tubular flowers with a yellowish-green throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceropegia haygarthii 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.