South-facing sunny windowsill or hanging position
Donkey's Tail
Light requirement
Needs a sunny windowsill with several hours of direct sun daily.
Plump, blue-green teardrops packed densely along trailing stems that reach impressive lengths over time. A patient plant for a sunny windowsill — each stem can eventually cascade half a metre or more.
Plant profile
Light
Direct sun
Water
Water sparingly
Humidity
Average
Growth habit
Trailing
Mature size
Small (< 40 cm)
Pet safe
Toxic to pets
Care level
Easy
Let the mix dry out completely before watering. Each plump leaf stores water — err heavily on the dry side.
Trailing, compact — fits shelves or hanging pots.
Keep away from cats and dogs. Use the pet-safe filter to find safer alternatives.
One of the more forgiving indoor plants — tolerates irregular care well.