Othonna capensis, commonly known as the Ruby Necklace or Little Pickles plant, is a succulent species that is native to the Cape region of South Africa. It is a member of the Asteraceae family, which includes sunflowers, daisies, and asters.
The Ruby Necklace plant has long, trailing stems that can grow up to 2 feet in length and are covered with small, cylindrical leaves that are a deep green color. The leaves of the Ruby Necklace have a slightly translucent quality and are filled with water-storing cells that give the plant its succulent nature. When exposed to bright sunlight, the leaves can take on a ruby red color, which is where the plant gets its common name of "Ruby Necklace."
In the summer, the Ruby Necklace produces small, yellow, daisy-like flowers that are arranged in clusters on the stems. The Ruby Necklace flowers are not particularly showy, but they do add a pop of color to the plant's trailing stems.
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