BURRO’S TAIL

Scientific Name: Sedum morganianum

Common Names: Burro’s Tail

Description:

Burro’s Tail is a captivating succulent plant native to Mexico, belonging to the Crassulaceae family. It’s known for its cascading stems adorned with plump, fleshy leaves that resemble a donkey’s or burro’s tail.

Size:

• Burro’s Tail can grow quite large over time.
• Outdoors in ideal conditions, trailing stems can reach lengths of 3-6 feet (1-1.8 meters) or even longer.

Leaves:

• The defining feature of Burro’s Tail is its unique foliage.
• The leaves are plump, fleshy, and oval-shaped, with a smooth, waxy surface. They grow in pairs along the stems, creating an imbricated (overlapping) pattern.

Stems: The stems of Burro’s Tail are thin, wiry, and reddish-brown in color. They grow trailing or cascading, contributing to the plant’s overall pendulous form.

Flowers: Burro’s Tail can occasionally produce small, star-shaped flowers in clusters during the spring or summer.

Uses:

• Ornamental Plant: Burro’s Tail is a popular succulent due to its unique appearance, low-maintenance needs, and cascading growth habit.
• Hanging Basket: It thrives in hanging baskets or containers placed on shelves, allowing the trailing stems to showcase their beauty.