Strings

8 string succulents for indoor gardens

- Madison Moulton

Succulents are not usually easy plants to grow indoors. However, one category of succulents has completely taken over the houseplant world – string succulents. With quirky common names and leaves in interesting shapes, there is so much to love about these unique plants.

String of pearls

Curio rowleyanus

Undoubtedly the most popular of all the string succulents, Curio rowleyanus has stolen the hearts of houseplant enthusiasts around the world. With adorable globe-shaped leaves cascading down on long vines, it’s not hard to see why. Rounded flowers can even emerge from the leaves in the right conditions, echoing the pea shape of the beloved foliage.

String of bananas

Curio radicans

If string of pearls is considered to have a more classical look, string of bananas could be labelled its quirky cousin. With a similar growth habit to other string succulents, what sets this plant apart is the interesting shape of the leaves. The elongated leaves with pointed ends and a slightly curved shape almost exactly like a green banana hence the popular name.