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Plant Profiles / Blue chalk sticks
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Blue chalk sticks
Curio talinoides subsp. mandraliscae (formerly Senecio) · Blue fingers
Finger-like, powder-blue succulent leaves forming a spreading mat. Cool colour for hot pots.
Full sunLight
Every 2–3 weeksWater
Very easyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Full sun
ShadeFull sun
Sun.
Water
Every 2–3 weeks
DryWet
Let dry.
Humidity
Low
LowHigh
Dry.
Temperature
0–40°C (32–104°F)
CoolWarm
Light frost.
Growth
Moderate
SlowFast
30 cm, spreading.
Soil
Gritty
LeanRich
Cactus mix.
Fertiliser
Rarely
RarelyOften
None.
Pet safety
Toxic
SafeToxic
Toxic to pets.
About this plant
Native to South Africa. Extremely drought and heat tolerant.
Best spots
Sunny pots, rooftops and edges.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Curio talinoides subsp. mandraliscae (formerly Senecio) |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Plant type | Succulent |
| Mature size | 30 cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Foliage | Blue fingers |
| Toxicity | Toxic to pets |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Active growth
Trim
Active growthTrim
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Green | Shade. |
| Rot | Wet. |
| Leggy | Trim. |
| Frost | Protect. |
| Mealybugs | Alcohol. |
Common questions
Drought?
Very.
Pets?
Toxic.
Spread?
Yes.
Pots?
Yes.
