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Senecio 'trident Blue'
Curio 'trident blue'
Curio 'Trident Blue' is a hybrid succulent created by Australian gardener Attila Kapitany, bred from Curio repens and Curio talinoides. It features distinctive powdery blue-grey leaves with lance-shaped tips that resemble the trident of Greek god Poseidon. This groundcover grows up to 30 cm tall and spreads 1 meter wide, making it ideal for mass plantings and weed suppression. Its compact growth habit and unique foliage coloration make it visually striking in arid landscapes or container gardens. The plant produces pale yellow flowers arranged in corymbs during spring, adding ornamental value.
Leaf Characteristics
Thick, fleshy, elongated leaves with lance-like tips and a powdery blue-green to blue-grey surface
Plant Care Overview
Care Guide
Essential requirements for your Curio 'Trident Blue'
Light Requirements
Bright indirect light to partial sun
Light conditions can affect leaf color and growth rate. Adjust placement as needed based on your plant's response.
Watering Schedule
Water when soil is dry (more frequently in summer, less in winter)
Humidity Needs
low humidity
Always check soil moisture before watering. Adjust frequency based on your home's conditions.
Temperature Range
60°F to 80°F (tolerant down to 30°F)
Native Climate
Native to Cultivated origin in Australia
Keep away from drafts, heaters, and air conditioners which can stress your plant.
Soil Type
Well-draining succulent mix
Fertilizer
Balanced houseplant fertilizer during growing season
Consider repotting every 1-2 years to refresh soil nutrients and accommodate growth.
Propagation
Methods to grow more Curio 'Trident Blue' plants
Stem cuttings, division
Plant Info
Characteristics and background information
Cultivated origin in Australia
moderate
Up to 30 cm tall and spreads to 1 meter wide
perennial
Toxic to pets
This plant has minimal air purifying properties.
Indoor Blooming
This plant can produce flowers indoors when given proper care.
Bloom Season
spring
Flower Description
Pale yellow flowers arranged in flat-topped clusters (corymbs)
Fun Fact
Hybridized by Australian gardener Attila Kapitany using Curio repens and Curio talinoides. Named for its trident-shaped leaves resembling the weapon of the Greek god Poseidon.
Troubleshooting
Solutions for typical issues with your Curio 'Trident Blue'
Yellowing leaves, mushy stems, or foul-smelling soil
White cotton-like clusters on leaves or stems
Stretched, leggy growth with pale leaves
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