Common
name: "Parlor Ivy" or "German
Ivy"
Latin name: Senecio mikaniodies
Native
to: South Africa
Growth habit: A trailing succulent like plant usually found grown on a
trellis or in hanging baskets.
Flowers: No
Temps: Normal indoor temps
Humidity: Not critical.
Pests: Watch for aphids.
Lighting:
Pictured
Houseplant:
10" German Ivy on wire trellis
Cultural
information: "German Ivies" were once a very
common house plant... these days it takes a bit of searching to
find one. They can be found in either the sold green or the
variegated forms, usually in hanging baskets or small starter
plants.
Keep your German ivy in a sunny location to keep the plant
from stretching (elongating). Trim back any vines that become to
long and root in water or vermiculite. You will notice a very
sweet smell when you trim your plant. Check for water weekly...
root rot can occur if left sitting in water. Feed bi-monthly while
the plant is actively growing.
