String of Bananas (Senecio radicans)
Cascading vines
of banana-shaped, plump
leaves fill out a hanging
basket making an attractive
display year-round. The
leaves have a translucent
seam on one side allowing
light to shine through.
Small lavender, yellow
or white blooms appear
during the fall and winter
and emit a pleasant, cinnamon-like scent. Grow this
South African native in partial sun, avoiding hot afternoon sun so the leaves
don’t burn. Make sure to grow this drought tolerant plant in well-drained
potting soil.