How to Propagate String of Bananas

Curio radicans

Close relative of String of Pearls, propagated the same way. Lay cuttings on dry soil rather than burying or over-watering them — rot is the main risk with this trailing succulent.

Stem cutting on soil

1. Cut 4–6 inch strands, remove leaves from the last inch.
2. Let dry 1–2 days.
3. Coil on dry succulent mix, press nodes into contact with the surface.
4. Mist lightly rather than watering heavily.

Water propagation

Workable, though soil is more reliable for this plant — water roots transition poorly into dry succulent mix.

1. Cut a strand and strip the leaves from the last inch.
2. Rest the bare end in a shallow glass so only the stem touches water — no leaves submerged.
3. Change the water every few days.
4. Pot into dry succulent mix once roots reach about an inch, keeping it barely moist for the first two weeks.

When to propagate

Spring and summer.

Common problems

Leaves turned mushy. Overwatering — let the mix dry fully between light mistings.

The strand rotted where it met the water. Submerged leaves. Only bare stem should touch water.

Questions people ask

Is it toxic? Yes, mildly toxic if eaten.

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Succulents & cacti hub · Similar plants: String of Pearls, String of Dolphins