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purple trailing succulent Ruby Necklace Plant – Trailing Purple SucculentDispatch in 2 3 days Country of origin: India It's Compulsory to make unboxing video of parcel for refunds within 24 hours. Bare Rooted Overview of Othonna Capensis Common Name: String of Rubies, Ruby Necklace, Little Pickles Botanical Name: Othonna capensis Family: Asteraceae Type: Succulent Mature Size: 212 inches long, 48 inches wide Native Area: South Africa Hardiness Zones: 9 11 (USDA)Othonna capensis, commonly known as the String of Rubies or
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Overview of Othonna Capensis
Common Name: String of Rubies, Ruby Necklace, Little Pickles
Botanical Name: Othonna capensis
Family: Asteraceae
Type: Succulent
Mature Size: 2–12 inches long, 4–8 inches wide
Native Area: South Africa
Hardiness Zones: 9-11 (USDA)Othonna capensis, commonly known as the String of Rubies or Ruby Necklace, is a popular trailing succulent characterized by its vibrant, fleshy leaves that can turn a striking ruby red when exposed to bright sunlight. This plant is not only visually appealing but also relatively easy to care for, making it a favorite among succulent enthusiasts.
Care Instructions
Light Requirements
- Ideal Exposure: Othonna capensis thrives in full sun to partial shade. It requires at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Indoors, place it near a bright south-facing window or under strong grow lights to maintain its vibrant color.
Soil and Potting
- Soil Type: Use a well-draining soil mix, such as cactus or succulent potting mix. A mixture of two parts succulent soil and one part perlite or pumice is ideal for excellent drainage.
- Potting Tip: Ensure pots have drainage holes to prevent water accumulation.
Watering
- Watering Schedule: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, typically every 1 to 3 weeks depending on environmental conditions.
- Signs of Overwatering: Yellowing leaves or mushy stems indicate overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Temperature and Humidity
- Optimal Temperature: This succulent prefers temperatures between 65°F to 85°F (18°C to 29°C) and should not be exposed to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) for extended periods.
- Humidity Needs: Othonna capensis thrives in low humidity environments typical of its native habitat.
Fertilization
- Feeding Schedule: Fertilize sparingly during the growing season (spring and summer) with a diluted fertilizer low in nitrogen. Frequent fertilization is not necessary.
Common Issues
Pests
- Othonna capensis can be susceptible to pests such as mealybugs and aphids. Regularly inspect the plant for signs of infestation and treat promptly if needed.
Diseases
- Overwatering is the primary concern for this succulent. Proper watering techniques are essential to prevent root rot.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How often should I water my Othonna capensis?
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, typically every 1 to 3 weeks depending on the season and environmental conditions. -
Can I grow Othonna capensis outdoors?
Yes, it can be grown outdoors in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11 but should be protected from frost and extreme cold. -
Why are my plant's leaves turning yellow?
Yellowing leaves may indicate overwatering or insufficient light. Adjust your watering habits and ensure adequate sunlight exposure. -
How do I propagate Othonna capensis?
Propagation can be done through stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callous for a few days before placing them in well-draining soil. Keep the soil barely moist until roots establish. -
Is Othonna capensis toxic?
This plant is generally considered non-toxic; however, it’s best kept away from pets and small children who may ingest parts of the plant.By following these care guidelines, Othonna capensis can thrive, adding vibrant color and unique beauty to your indoor or outdoor garden space.
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★★★★★ 5
Real and Uninhibited
Format: Paperback
I’m planning to walk the Camino this fall and bought several books describing personal journeys. This book filled my soul with the author’s well-described authentic expression of her inner journey—the joys, the fears, the icks and the ahhhs. So honest, so inspiring, uninhibited and very real. Not a day-by-day account of a diary but rather the lessons lived and learned along The Way. Beautiful. I would love to give her a long and heart-felt hug for what I gained from her story. 💖
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Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Practical Pilgrim Traveling
Format: Paperback
My wife and I earned a compostela walking a portion of the Camino Frances in May of 2004. Since then I've read many books on pilgrimage, including several accounts of other pilgrims' journeys on the same road we traveled. Many are what another reviewer describes: diaries of the interior lives of the author, focusing mainly on their hardships and triumphs, as if to point out how they changed the camino, rather than how they were changed by it. If I felt that this were all to this book, I wouldn't recommend it. Instead, I think this book provides a wonderful balance between soulful reflection and the pragmatism of the all-too-physical journey. Walking the camino does appear to have all the ingredients necessary for earning a 'spiritual experience merit badge', and some seem to walk it just to earn pilgrimage street cred. Even were that Rupp's intention, and I doubt very much that is the case, she's provided a great perspective for potential pilgrims and useful material to aid past walkers. It's true that she does not shy away from describing unpleasantries of the road: dirty accommodations, illness, rude pilgrims, bad food, and bad weather. These are very real likelihoods, and she discusses them very frankly; pilgrims do not float along the road, barely touching the earth, and any idyllic expectations soon come face-to-face with harsh reality. Rupp does not bring up these issues merely to complain, however; the benefit of this book is how she treats these subjects as well as her prayerful introspection as equally engaging points of reflection and provides a useful perspective on integrating even these issues into a larger pilgrimage experience. The subtitle of the book, however, is "Life Lessons from the Camino", and that's the true value of these observations: her effort in showing that much of our day-to-day life is filled with just these sort of experiences and just this sort of potential for reflection, appreciation, and understanding.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2008
★★★★★ 5
Putting one foot in front of the other
Format: Paperback
I actually bought this book as a gift for a friend who is considering making this pilgrimage. I read it for the first time when it was first published, just because Joyce Rupp is one of my favorite spiritual writers. She has a gift for delving into the spiritual on many levels, from the perspective of a woman, a woman religious, one acquainted with the life and love of God. She writes in an incredibly lucid manner and captures the divine in the midst of life struggles, always prayerfully, with uncommon insight and compassion. In this small and readable volume she tells it like it is.
This book differs somewhat from others I've read in that it is her own lived experience of making this journey across Spain. It's illustrated with photos from that journey and populated and enriched with the varied pilgrims she met along the way.
I recommend it especial for anyone contemplating making this amazing journey, but also for those of us who wish we could.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2013
★★★★★ 5
Must read before walking the Camino
Format: Kindle
Beautiful, thoughtful account of the many ways walking the Camino can challenge us and help us grow. By far the best of the Camino books I read.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2025
★★★★★ 3
Not a bad first-person account
Format: Paperback
I had mixed thoughts about this book. It's the author's personal experiences and thoughts about the Camino, but aren't most books about the Camino? I tend to think it's a little too much interior maundering, how every part of the experience affected the writer. Still, what would you expect? I have to call this just an ok read. Most of the reason I liked it at all is because I am intrigued by the Camino and enjoy reading about it.
The writer is a dedicated sister and her companion was a retired priest. I enjoyed the places where she touched on Catholicism, but there wasn't much of that. But there was the part of the book that I found a jarring note, and that was about her take on some fellow Catholics. She and her companion meet a group of three helpful, warm, caring priests and take them to be Jesuits. The priests inform them that that are Opus Dei. As the sister and priest continue walking, they find they are both astounded at the goodness of these men, since Opus Dei is considered to be extremely wealthy, conservative, and have strong ties to traditional Rome. (I thought all Catholics felt they have ties to Rome. I myself talk about the year I "crossed the Tiber.") It is just amazing to this twosome that such nice men could be from wealthy, conservative Opus Dei. I thought this antipathy toward a Catholic group known to do good works told a lot more about the writer than about the well-met priests--maybe more than she intended to let slide about herself. It was the one part of the book that struck a negative note for me.
Other than that, I also wished for more at the end. They finished the Camino and went on to Finisterre. (Huh? What happened to the time spent at the Cathedral at the end? The beauty of the place and the experience of Mass there, and that wonderful incense burner. That whole part was left out.)
I finished the book and consider it just "ok".
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Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2021