Sedum - Morganianum Burrito aka Burro's Tail
Sedum Morganianum Burrito also knows as Burro's Tail is a charming and distinctive succulent prized for its long, trailing stems densely adorned with plump, bluish-green leaves. This captivating plant creates a cascading effect, making it an ideal choice for hanging baskets and elevated planters, adding a touch of relaxed elegance to any succulent collection.
Key Features of Sedum burrito
- Trailing Stems: The most prominent feature is its long, pendulous stems that can grow to several feet in length, creating a beautiful trailing habit.
- Plump, Cylindrical Leaves: The stems are densely packed with small, fleshy, cylindrical leaves that overlap like beads or braids.
- Bluish-Green Coloration: The leaves typically exhibit a soft, bluish-green color, often covered in a powdery white coating (farina) that gives them a hazy appearance.
- Fragile Leaves: The leaves are somewhat fragile and can easily detach if handled roughly.
- Occasional Pink Flowers: Mature plants may produce terminal clusters of small, star-shaped flowers that are typically pink to reddish-pink.
Care for Your Sedum burrito
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. While it can tolerate some direct morning sun, intense afternoon sun can scorch the leaves. Adequate light is essential for maintaining its compact growth and coloration.
- Soil: Requires a well-draining soil mix to prevent water retention and root rot. A commercial cactus and succulent mix is suitable.
- Watering: Water thoroughly only when the soil is completely dry to the touch. Overwatering is a significant risk for this succulent. Reduce watering considerably during the dormant winter months.
- Temperature: Prefers mild temperatures and is generally not frost-tolerant. Protect from freezing conditions.
- Humidity: Adapts well to typical household humidity levels. Good air circulation is beneficial.
Maintenance for a Healthy Donkey's Tail
- Handling with Care: Due to the fragile nature of the leaves, handle the plant gently and avoid touching the leaves unnecessarily, especially if they have farina.
- Repotting: Repot infrequently, only when the plant has outgrown its container. Choose a pot only slightly larger with good drainage. Spring is usually the best time for repotting. Be extra careful during repotting to minimize leaf loss.
- Pruning: Pruning can be done to control the length of the stems or to remove any dead or damaged sections.
- Pest Control: Monitor for common succulent pests like mealybugs and aphids, which can sometimes hide among the dense leaves. Treat any infestations promptly with appropriate methods.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize sparingly during the active growing season (spring and summer) with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer formulated for succulents. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Propagation Methods for Sedum burrito
- Stem Cuttings: The most common and successful method. Take healthy stem cuttings a few inches long, allow the cut ends to callus over for a few days, and then plant them in well-draining soil. Keep the soil lightly moist until roots establish.
- Leaf Cuttings: Gently detach healthy, plump leaves, allow the cut end to callus, and place them on top of well-draining soil. New plantlets may eventually emerge. This method can be slower.
Sedum burrito, with its distinctive trailing stems and plump, bluish-green leaves, is a charming and relatively easy-to-care-for succulent that adds a unique textural element to any indoor or outdoor succulent display. Its cascading growth habit makes it a perfect choice for adding visual interest from hanging baskets and elevated locations.
Important Note: Kindly be aware that this plant is delicate in naturee and despite our best efforts in packaging, may experience some damage during shipping.
* Picture and information intended only as a guide. Size and colours of plants will vary, not any 1 plant is exactly the same and minor variations will occur.
** All plants will be posted bare rooted.