String of Rubies Live Succulent Plant – 4 Inch Pot – Othonna capensis

String of Rubies (Othonna capensis), also known as Ruby Necklace or String of Pickles, is a trailing succulent with slender stems and small, fleshy leaves. With sufficient bright light, the foliage and stems can develop attractive ruby-red to purple coloration.

This live succulent is supplied in a 4-inch pot and is well suited to indoor plant collections, sunny windowsills, hanging displays, and outdoor containers in suitable climates. String of Rubies prefers bright light and fast-draining soil, with watering adjusted to allow the soil to dry between waterings.

Shipping Size:
4-inch pot. No plant height was provided.

Plant Condition Disclosure:
Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Customer Notice:

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

If there is an issue with your order, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide:

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without required photos may not be eligible for review.

Claims submitted more than 48 hours after delivery will be considered accepted as received and may not be eligible for replacement or refund.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• Quantity: 1 live String of Rubies succulent
• Scientific Name: Othonna capensis
• Pot Size: 4 inches
• Trailing succulent with fleshy, elongated leaves
• Green foliage can develop ruby-red to purple tones under bright light
• Suitable for indoor growing and outdoor containers in appropriate climates
• Prefers bright light and fast-draining succulent soil
• Allow soil to dry between waterings to help avoid excess moisture
• Also known as Ruby Necklace and String of Pickles

🧾 MATERIALS:

1 live String of Rubies succulent in a 4-inch pot

📋 ATTRIBUTES:
Common Name: String of Rubies / Ruby Necklace / String of Pickles
Scientific Name: Othonna capensis
Plant Type: Succulent / Houseplant
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower/Fruit Color: Yellow flowers; fruit not specified
Sunlight: Bright light to full sun
Soil: Fast-draining succulent/cactus soil
Water: Low to moderate; allow soil to dry between watering
USDA Zone: 9–11 reported for outdoor cultivation
Plant Form: Potted live plant
Pot Size: 4 inches
Growth Habit: Trailing

❓ FAQ:

1. What USDA zones are suitable for String of Rubies?
String of Rubies is commonly listed for outdoor cultivation in approximately USDA Zones 9–11. In colder climates, it is generally grown as a container or indoor plant.

2. Does String of Rubies need full sun?
String of Rubies prefers bright light and can grow in full sun or partial shade. Stronger light can encourage the characteristic ruby coloration.

3. How much water does String of Rubies need?
It has relatively low water needs compared with many houseplants. Allow the soil to dry between waterings, as excessive moisture can contribute to root problems.

4. What is the growth habit of String of Rubies?
It has a trailing growth habit, making it suitable for hanging baskets, shelves, and containers where its stems can cascade.

5. Can String of Rubies be grown in containers?
Yes. String of Rubies is commonly grown as a potted houseplant or outdoor container succulent when suitable light and well-draining soil are provided.