How to Care for Ceropegia woodii 'Variegata' (String of Hearts)

Korean name: 러브체인 바리에가타

Ceropegia woodii 'Variegata' is a trailing foliage plant known for its thin, heart-shaped leaves with distinctive yellow and green variegation. It is visually appealing and relatively easy to care for.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Family: Apocynaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: South Africa
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: heart-shaped leaves, foliage plant, trailing, beginner friendly
• Also known as: Ceropegia woodii, String of Hearts, Rosary Vine

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining, multipurpose potting mix.
• Humidity: Tolerant of average household humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Feed with a diluted liquid fertilizer once every 1-2 months during growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Ceropegia woodii 'Variegata'?

Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Ceropegia woodii 'Variegata'?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining, multipurpose potting mix..

Is Ceropegia woodii 'Variegata' safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Ceropegia woodii 'Variegata' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Tolerant of average household humidity.. Fertilise Feed with a diluted liquid fertilizer once every 1-2 months during growing season..