Burro's tail
Sedum morganianum · Stonecrops · Stonecrop family
Also known as: Donkey's Tail · Donkey Tail · Lamb's Tail
Very easy20–60cmPet-friendlyEdible
Burro's tail care at a glance
Burro's tail (Sedum morganianum) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Burro's tail
Possible pests on Burro's tail include Mealybugs and Slugs and snails. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Southern blight. Burro's tail is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Slugs and snails Low
- Mealybugs Medium
Disease
- Root rot High
- Southern blight Medium
A baseline from curated sources, not a command. You decide in the end.
Frequently asked questions about Burro's tail
- Which pests affect Burro's tail?
- Possible pests on Burro's tail include Mealybugs and Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect Burro's tail?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Southern blight.
- Is Burro's tail toxic to cats and dogs?
- Burro's tail is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Burro's tail need?
- Burro's tail has a low water requirement.
- What light does Burro's tail need?
- Burro's tail prefers to grow in full sun.
- Is Burro's tail frost-hardy?
- Burro's tail is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 4.4 °C.
- Can you eat Burro's tail?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves and stems.