Curio is a group of evergreen succulents that originate from the mountainous regions of Cape Province in South Africa. These plants feature elongated, ribbed leaves and produce disc-like flower heads that lack ray florets.

Curio

Curio 'Trident Blue'

Curio aff. corymbifer

Curio archeri 'Himalaya Bambino' is a compact, evergreen succulent that grows slowly. It features slender, fleshy leaves that are deep green and resemble fingers, supported by woody stems. During the summer months, it can produce clusters of tubular yellow blooms.

Curio archeri 'Himalaya Bambino'

Curio articulatus is a clump-forming succulent perennial that can reach heights of up to 40 cm. Its stems are cylindrical and exhibit a blue-grey to blue-purple hue, adorned with a waxy surface. In winter, the plant produces small clusters of green leaves that develop in segments and may exhibit a purple tint, influenced by light conditions. Although flowering is uncommon, when it occurs, blooms emerge in the autumn to winter months following a dormancy period. These flowers are white, lack rays, and are not particularly noticeable, often accompanied by an unpleasant odor.

Curio articulatus

Curio articulatus 'Candlelight' is an upright succulent perennial that can grow up to 50 cm in height. It features segmented, cylindrical stems that exhibit a grey-green hue. This variety showcases leaves with a mix of white, green, and pink variegation. During the autumn or winter months, following a summer dormancy, it produces small white flowers.

Curio articulatus 'Candlelight' (v)

Curio articulatus f. variegatus

Curio citriformis is a compact, evergreen succulent that exhibits a scrambling growth habit. Its leaves are small, resembling lemons, and range in color from pale to dark green, featuring a waxy texture with prominent veins. This plant produces yellow-white, trumpet-shaped blooms from autumn through winter following a dormant phase, emitting a scent reminiscent of cinnamon.

Curio citriformis

Curio crassulifolius

Curio ficoides is a succulent perennial shrub that can reach heights of up to 100 cm. Its leaves and stems are fleshy, elongated, and flattened, exhibiting hues of blue to grey-green. Depending on the variety, some plants may grow in a scrambling fashion while others maintain a more upright posture. Flowering is uncommon in this species, but when it occurs, the flowers are white and lack prominent ray florets, typically emerging at the tips of the stems during autumn or winter after a dormancy period.

Curio ficoides

Curio ficoides 'Amicu1907'

Curio ficoides 'Blues'

Curio ficoides 'Mount Everest' PBR is a perennial succulent that reaches a height of approximately 80 cm. It features upright stems that branch from the base, supporting narrow, fleshy green leaves coated with a silvery, waxy layer.

Curio ficoides 'Mount Everest'PBR

Curio herreanus is a perennial succulent that maintains its foliage year-round, featuring trailing stems that can extend up to 30 cm. The plant has fleshy, oval leaves that taper to a point, measuring around 1 cm in length, and are adorned with dark vertical stripes. These leaves are arranged at relatively consistent intervals along the stems, creating a beaded effect. In summer, it can produce clusters of small white flowers, which are highlighted by vibrant stamens.

Curio herreanus

Curio radicans is an evergreen succulent that features long, trailing stems reaching lengths of up to 90 cm. Its leaves are thick, fleshy, and shaped like bananas, offering a unique texture. In late winter to early spring, it produces subtle white flowers that emit a cinnamon scent.

Curio radicans

Curio repens

Curio rowleyanus is a soft, evergreen succulent characterized by its elongated, cascading stems adorned with round, fleshy leaves of a mid-green hue. In the summer, it bears fragrant flowers resembling paintbrushes, which are white to cream in color.

Curio rowleyanus

Curio rowleyanus 'Variegatus' (v)

Curio talinoides

Curio talinoides 'Himalayan Blue'

Curio talinoides subsp. cylindricus

Curio talinoides subsp. cylindricus 'Kilimanjaro'

Curio talinoides subsp. mandraliscae is a succulent that can reach a height of 45 cm. Its leaves are elongated, thick, and fleshy, displaying a blue-grey hue and a glossy surface. Initially, the stems grow upright but gradually spread out, creating a compact mat over time. While flowering is uncommon, when it occurs, the flowers are small, white, and lack ray florets, emerging at the stem tips during autumn or winter following a dormant phase.