Sedum morganianum 'Burrito' (Burro's Tail Sedum)

Sedum morganianum (Burro's Tail Sedum) 'Burrito' green plant with pink flower close up

Sedum morganianum (Burro's Tail Sedum) 'Burrito' hanging with green plump leaves and pink flower

Botanical name: Sedum morganianum

Common name: Burro's Tail Sedum

Cultivar: Burrito

Family: Crassulaceae

Origin: Mexico

USDA Zone: 9-11

Cold tolerance: 35°F

Plant form: Small

Mature height: 2-5 ft

Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade

Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.

Watering: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions

Flower color: Pink

Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Sedum morganianum 'Burrito' is a trailing succulent from Mexico in the Crassulaceae family. Its stems grow 2 to 3 feet long and are densely packed with short, round, pale green leaves. This growth habit gives rise to the common name Burro's Tail, as the stems resemble a donkey's tail when hanging.

The plant grows best in bright, indirect light and needs sharply drained, sandy or rocky soil. Soil must dry fully between waterings to prevent rot.

Growth is slow to moderate depending on warmth and exposure. Mature plants sometimes produce small pink flowers near the tips of the stems during warm months.

It is sensitive to cold and must be protected below 35F. It grows well in containers and is especially suited for hanging pots.

This plant is not edible and has no confirmed toxicity to people or pets.

It differs from standard Sedum morganianum by having shorter, rounder, and more closely packed leaves.