Scientific Name: 
Senecio spp.

Common Name: 
Dusty Miller, String of Pearls

Thorns/Spines?

How is this plant unsafe?

How do you plant safely?

No

  • Sap may cause dermatitis.
  • Use caution when working with this plant and consider wearing protective clothing such as long sleeves, long pants, gloves, sturdy shoes and eye protection.
  • Supervise pets and children playing near this plant.
  • There are many species, cultivars and varieties of this plant available in the nursery trade, caution should be used with all types.