Burro's tail
Sedum morganianum · Family Crassulaceae
Also known as: donkey's tail, sedum morganianum, lamb's tail
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Every 12 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
A hanging pot by a sunny window, where it won't get knocked.
Light
Full sun for compact, plump trails.
Watering
Water only when the compost is completely dry. The leaves fall off easily.
About the plant
Burro's tail has trailing stems covered in fleshy, bluish little leaves. It looks lovely in hanging pots, where the stems can reach 60 cm. It is easy to care for but delicate to the touch.
Origin
Native to southern Mexico, where it is known mainly in cultivation, in dry, rocky regions.
What it likes
- Full sun or lots of light
- Infrequent watering
- A free-draining hanging pot
What it dislikes
- Being handled
- Soggy compost
- Low light
Did you know?
The leaves fall off easily, but each one can root and grow into a new plant.
