This sturdy little vine was purchased by my mother many years ago at the Boise, Idaho Botanical Garden. It has survived many "dry spells" and "good times" since my mother passed away six years ago but keeps on going. The leaves are 1/2" wide and the vine has balls that form randomly along it. It blooms a couple times of the year, a trumpet like flower in purple. I would like to re-pot this trooper and would like to know if I can do this from cuttings. Or would it be better to bury some of the ends of the plant and let them take root first. Thank you!
Looks like Ceropegia woodii, aka Rosary Vine/String of Hearts. http://www.plantoftheweek.org/week098.shtml Welcome to the Forum!
Thank you very much for your reply and for the welcome. I love to garden and am having a rebirth of interest. I hope you have a great day and thanks again!
Qwyhee, Yes it can be rooted from cuttings. From the end of a branch go back about 6 inches to one of the balls. Cut the branch including the ball. Plant the ball end in potting soil. The new roots will come out of the ball. Pretty soon you'll have all sorts of babies. BTW it's gets its common name Rosary vine because someone said the balls reminded them of rosary beads. Have fun! barb
