Sedum morganianum
Also known as: Burro's tail, donkey tail
The burro's tail: long hanging stems packed with plump overlapping teardrop leaves. It belongs to the Sedum genus, comes from Mexico (Veracruz/Chiapas), stays around Trails 30–90 cm, and tolerates USDA 10–11; protect below 5 °C. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Sedum
- Origin: Mexico (Veracruz/Chiapas)
- Mature size: Trails 30–90 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 10–11; protect below 5 °C
- Toxicity: Non-toxic
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Sedum
- Origin
- Mexico (Veracruz/Chiapas)
- Mature size
- Trails 30–90 cm
- Growth habit
- Hanging stems densely clothed in plump teardrop leaves
- Leaf colour
- Light glaucous blue-green
- Flower colour
- Pink-red star flowers (rare indoors)
- Hardiness
- USDA 10–11; protect below 5 °C
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic
- Other names
- Burro's tail, donkey tail
About the Sedum morganianum
The burro's tail: long hanging stems packed with plump overlapping teardrop leaves. Brittle — brushing it sheds leaves everywhere, but each dropped bead roots into a new plant. A hanging-basket classic.
Care and cultivation
Sedums want maximum light — the more sun, the tighter and more colourful the growth. Use a very mineral mix and water only when dry. Trailing types like burro's tail are brittle: hang them where they will not be brushed, and propagate from the beads that fall off naturally. Light: Full sun to very bright light for compact growth and red colouring. Water: Every 10–14 days in growth; little in winter. Use a Gritty mineral mix; excellent in shallow pots and hanging planters.
Description
Sedum morganianum is a Sedum succulent from Mexico (Veracruz/Chiapas). The burro's tail: long hanging stems packed with plump overlapping teardrop leaves. Brittle — brushing it sheds leaves everywhere, but each dropped bead roots into a new plant. A hanging-basket classic.
Identification
Look for: Light glaucous blue-green leaves in a Trails 30–90 cm form. Also answers to Burro's tail, donkey tail. The genus is Sedum, which already narrows down the care requirements considerably. Nickname: 'Burro's tail'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water my Sedum morganianum?
Every 10–14 days in growth; little in winter. Always let the soil dry completely between waterings, and water less in winter when growth slows.
How much light does Sedum morganianum need?
Full sun to very bright light for compact growth and red colouring. If the plant stretches or loses colour, it needs more light.
Related succulents
Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Sedum morganianum, supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.