20 Trailing Succulents Types to Add to Your Collection

Trailing succulents types are the new trend nowadays, and that’s because these hanging beauties can add elegance and style to your home.

From vibrant hues to unique textures, these hanging plants are perfect for adding style to your home. Get inspired and bring some greenery to your space today.

Read on to learn which types you can adopt for your home. 

Top 20 Trailing Succulent Types To Add to Your Collection

1. Calico Kitten 

Appearance	Adorable heart-shaped leaves with pink, white, and green markings can form a great hanging succulent Trailing stems, little green delicate leaves
Propagation	Stem cuttings Leaves
Uses	Ornamental plant It can be grown indoors or outdoors
Specific needs	Bright, partial light Well-draining soil

Crassula pellucida variegata of the Crassulaceae family, commonly called the “Calico Kitten,” is a succulent species from southern Africa. This plant is known for its distinctive blue-green, fleshy leaves that grow in an attractive rosette pattern.

During the summer, it produces tiny white or pink star-shaped flowers that add extra color to the plant.

2. Ruby Necklace

Appearance	Small, green, and plump leaves grow in a rosette pattern Thin and wiry stem Small, yellow flowers
Propagation	Leaf cuttings Stem cuttings Division
Uses	Succulent gardens Window sills Terrariums
Specific needs	Full sun to partial shade Well-draining, cactus/succulent soil

 Othonna capensis, which is also known as the ruby necklace succulent, is a plant native to South Africa, similar to Sedum burrito. It’s a low-growing ground cover with rosette-shaped, fleshy, and appealing leaves.

The leaves are typically green with a reddish hue that is most noticeable in bright light, just like those of the snake plant, Sedum sieboldii, and the pearls plant. In the summer, it has thin stems with yellow blooms. Othonna capensis is well-known for being low-maintenance, attractive, and easy to care for.

It can grow in well-drained soil and withstand prolonged drought. This hardy succulent is also resistant to pests and diseases, making it an excellent choice for both indoor and outdoor gardens. 

3. Trailing Jade

Appearance	Wrinkled, rosette-shaped fleshy, dark-green leaves Small, greenish-white flowers
Propagation	Stem cuttings Division
Uses	Homes Offices
Specific needs	Bright, indirect light Well-draining potting mix

 The trailing jade (Peperomia rotundifolia), also known as String of Watermelons, is a creeping succulent plant native to South America. It is a small, woody plant with delicate green leaves that grow along thin stems. The leaves are tear-shaped and resemble small watermelons, hence their nickname. 

When in bloom, this plant produces tiny, yellow flowers. Its name might be confused with the variegated trailing jade plant (Crassula ovata) and variegated jade plant (Sarmentosa sp.), but it’s a different species. 

4. Dancing Bones Cactus 

Appearance	Thin, elongated, green stems Small yellow flowers
Propagation	Propagated by stem cuttings
Uses	As a decorative accent, in dish gardens, terrariums As a hanging plant
Specific needs	Well-draining cactus or succulent mix Bright, indirect light

Dancing bones, scientifically known as Hatiora salicornioides, is a cactus native to South America.

This plant is known for its unique shape, which resembles a dancing skeleton. It is a small, slow-growing cactus ideal for baskets, and with the right care tips, it can last ages. 

5. Rattail Cactus 

Appearance	Long, thin stems covered in tiny green spines Small, pink to red flowers
Propagation	Propagated by stem cuttings.
Uses	Home Greenhouse or garden
Specific needs	Full sun to partial shade Well-drained soil

 This cactus, scientifically known as Aporocactus flagelliformis, is one of the trailing succulents full sun-types native to Mexico. It is known for its long, thin stems covered in tiny, spiky hairs and has a rat tail-like appearance, hence the name. The branches of the rat tail cactus can grow up to 3 feet long, and the plant can spread up to 2 feet wide.

The rat tail cactus is a fast-growing plant suitable as a hanging succulent and it’s often used for decorations. It produces small, pink, or red flowers that bloom in the summer and fall.

The cactus requires well-draining soil and partial to full sunlight to grow like other popular hanging succulent plants. It is a drought-tolerant plant that requires minimal watering. 

6. Peanut Cactus

Appearance	Compact, ball-shaped appearance.  It has short, green stems that are covered in tufts of soft, fine hairs Pink, orange, or yellow trumpet-shaped flowers in clusters
Propagation	Seeds Cuttings
Uses	As an ornamental plant in gardens As a houseplant
Specific needs	Full sun Well-drained soil

 The peanut cactus, also known as “Echinopsis chamaecereus,” is native to South America. This cactus is named after its peanut-like shape and grows in clusters that resemble a pile of peanuts.

The peanut cactus is a popular indoor plant prized for its unique and exciting appearance and ability to produce small, brightly colored flowers in the spring and summer.

7. October Daphne 

Appearance	Fleshy leaves that are blue-green and oval in shape Pink to purplish-pink star-shaped flowers
Propagation	Propagates by seed
Uses	Provides wildlife habitats To moderate the environment
Specific needs	Full sun Well-drained soil

 October Daphne, also known as Hylotelephium sieboldii or Sedum seboldii, is not just a deciduous shrub but can also be grown like other creeping succulent plants.

This versatile plant can adapt to different growing conditions, including well-drained soil and partial shade, which makes it perfect for baskets or as an earth cover.

The shrub’s vibrant pink flowers and beautiful red berries bloom in early autumn, earning it the name “October Daphne.” 

8. Christmas Cactus 

Appearance	Long, flat, segmented stems Small scalloped leaves
Propagation	Propagate by cuttings
Uses	Used to recreate wildlife habitats Can be used to moderate the environment
Specific needs	Bright, indirect light Well-drained pot mix

 The Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii), a member of the Cactaceae family originating from high-altitude humid forests in South America, is a well-liked holiday plant noted for its stunning blooms in red, pink, yellow, or purple that bloom in winter. 

Unlike many other cacti species, the Christmas Cactus does not have spines and is not adapted to hot and dry environments. Instead, it prefers moist and humid conditions, making it an ideal houseplant for most homes.

9. Wax Plant

Appearance	Thick, fleshy leaves with clusters of sweetly-scented blooms Star-shaped flowers
Propagation	Propagate by stem cuttings
Uses	Popular houseplants commonly used for ornamental purposes It can also purify the air
Specific needs	Bright, indirect light Well-drained, aerated soil

 Hoya carnosa, popularly known as the wax plant or Hindu rope, is a houseplant native to Southeast Asia. This plant is known for its thick, waxy leaves and clusters of star-shaped flowers that come in shades of pink, red, or white. 

The plant is relatively easy to care for and can grow well in various lighting conditions, making it a popular choice for those who want to bring some green into their homes. A similar and related species, Hoya pachyclada is native to Thailand and is also known as a wax type or porcelain flower.

10. Sedum morganianum ‘Burrito’ 

Appearance	Plump, fleshy leaves that grow along a trailing stem Tiny, star-shaped flowers
Propagation	Propagate by leaves
Uses	Ideal for hanging baskets As a ground cover
Specific needs	Cactus compost At well-lit window sill or similar, out of direct sunlight

 Morganianum Sedum ‘Burrito‘ is a popular succulent with large, round leaves that form a rosette. This plant is also known as the donkey’s tail, monkey’s tail, or burro’s tail because of its long, hanging stems that resemble tails and can grow up to 2 feet long. It belongs to the same genus as the jelly bean plant.

The leaves have a slightly meaty texture and are blue-green to gray-green in color. Small yellow flowers that resemble stars bloom on the stems in the summer. Sedum ‘Burrito’ is a low-maintenance plant that requires little attention. It thrives in well-drained soil and bright, indirect light, and it can be grown in a basket or as a trailing groundcover plant.

11. Senecio radicans 

Appearance	Green foliage that resembles little bananas String-like tendrils support these leaves
Propagation	Propagate by stem cuttings
Uses	As an earth cover As an overflowing hanging pot plant
Specific needs	Partial sunlight Well-draining soil

 Radicans is a creeping succulent plant that grows quickly and is native to South Africa. It is often called “String of Bananas” or “Fishhooks” because its leaves look like bananas or fish hooks. The leaves are green and curved, making them stand out.

Senecio plants have small, yellow flowers that look like daisies and grow on long, thin stalks sticking above the plant’s leaves. 

It is a popular plant for hanging succulents and rock gardens, where it grows along the ground. This plant grows well if you give it bright, indirect light and soil that drains well.

12. Dorotheanthus bellidiformis

Appearance	Thick, round, or oblong green or blue-green leaves  Bright yellow, pink, orange, or red daisy-like flowers
Propagation	Propagate by stem cuttings
Uses	Mass-plant in flower beds for a striking effect Commonly used in rockery gardens for spring color
Specific needs	Full sun Well-drained soil

Bellidiformis is a species of succulent plant that is found in South Africa. It is also called”living stones” or “trailing ice plant.” It is a low-growing, mat-like plant with blue-green, fleshy leaves shaped like tubes. The fine hairs on the leaves make the plant look covered in frost.

The plant has bright yellow flowers that look like daisies. They grow on short stems above the leaves in the spring and summer. It is a drought-tolerant plant that works well in rock gardens, as a groundcover, or in pots.

13. Portulacaria afra

Appearance	Small, round leaves that are bright green and have trailing foliage Tiny, pinkish-white flowers that bloom in clusters
Propagation	Propagate by stem cuttings
Uses	As a groundcover In rock gardens As bonsai, or hedge
Specific needs	Bright light Well-drained soil

Afra is a succulent plant that comes from South Africa. It is also known as elephant bush or dwarf jade. It is prized for its thick, fleshy, green to red-colored leaves and its ability to store water in its leaves and stems.

It can be grown in either full sun or partial shade and does well in soil draining. It is often used in bonsai and rock gardens because it grows in a small space and has pretty leaves.

14. Ceropegia woodii

 

Appearance	A trailing or climbing succulent with long stems and small, tubular pink, purple, or red flowers The leaves are typically heart-shaped and have varying shades of green
Propagation	Cuttings Tubers Seeds
Uses	Effective trailing plants Usually grown in hanging pots or baskets
Specific needs	Well-drained, fertile soil Bright, indirect light

 Ceropegia woodii is a popular creeping succulent native to South Africa. It has thin, heart-shaped leaves in green, purple, or silver, and its stems can grow up to 10 feet long and are very thin. 

During the summer, it has small, bell-shaped flowers that are purple or pink and look like tubes. This plant is easy to take care of and grows well on a sunny windowsill or in a hanging basket, where its stems can hang down. 

15. Dischidia nummularia

Appearance	Small, round, flat leaves alternate along its stem The plant’s thin, wiry stem can trail or climb several feet
Propagation	Propagate by stem cuttings
Uses	Hanging baskets Wall planter Terrarium
Specific needs	Well-draining soilless potting mix Filtered light or indoors with lots of light

 Dischidia nummularia, also called “String of Nickels,” is an evergreen, trailing vine that grows in tropical parts of Asia. It has small, round, fleshy leaves that grow in pairs on thin stems in a symmetrical pattern. This plant has small, white flowers that grow in clusters during the warm months and bright, indirect light and soil with good drainage are ideal for its growth.

You can help it grow by fertilizing it often during the growing season and giving its long, thin stems something to lean on. D. nummularia is an exciting plant to put in a hanging basket or a pot because its leaves trail beautifully.

16. Cleistocactus colademononis 

Appearance	Slow-growing cactus with thin, cylindrical stems and curved spines Small, yellow flowers that bloom from the top of the stems
Propagation	Cuttings Seeds
Uses	A popular choice for indoor and outdoor cultivation and use in xeriscaping and desert landscaping As a hanging succulent
Specific needs	Porous, well-draining soil Bright light

Cleistocactus colademononis, also known as Hildewintera colademononis, is a fast-growing epiphyte with 0.78- 2.7-inch diameter cylindrical, light green curling stems. The bristly yellowish and white pointing down spines completely cover these stems and form a great hanging succulent. These hair-like spines grow gradually and can reach a length of four inches.

The stems of the plant resemble hairy tails, hence the common name ‘Monkey tail cactus.’ Cleistocactus winteri subs. colademononis grows on rocks in its native habitat, initially upright, then pendant, reaching up to one inch in length. It has many branches at the base, but the stems also branch out. Bright red zygomorphic flowers bloom on the stem.

17. Senecio herreianus 

Appearance	A trailing succulent with pearl-like leaves on long, thin stems Small, yellow, daisy-like flowers
Propagation	Propagate by stem cuttings
Uses	As ground cover In hanging baskets
Specific needs	Dry or sandy, well-draining soil Bright, indirect light

 Senecio herreianus is a creeping succulent plant that grows in southern Africa. It is also called “string of pearls” or “string of beads.” It has small, round leaves that grow on thin, delicate stems that can grow as long as 3 feet. 

The plant has tiny white or yellow flowers, but it is mainly grown for its unique look, with the pearls or beads hanging in a delicate chain. It is a popular ornamental plant that grows well in bright indirect light and well-drained soil, and it requires little water.

18. Fishbone Cactus 

Appearance	Unique, angular foliage Showy, large flowers that bloom in the spring and summer
Propagation	Propagate by stem cuttings
Uses	Indoor or outdoor ornamental plant
Specific needs	Loamy, moist but well-drained soil Partial sun exposure

Selenicereus anthonyanus is a unique type of cactus that gets its name from the zigzag shape of its stem, which looks like the bones of a fish. The stem can get as long as a few feet and has small, triangular spines along its edges.

It is an epiphyte that grows quickly and needs bright indirect light and soil that drains well. This succulent is a rare and unusual addition to any cactus collection. Its attractive shape makes it stand out in any home or garden.

19. Crassula perforata

Appearance	Shrubby, spreading succulent with stacked branches and leaves
Propagation	Division Offsets Leaf cuttings
Uses	Rock gardens Hanging baskets, containers Covers for the ground
Specific needs	Well-drained soil Full sun or partial shade

If you want a plant that is easy to grow or if you forget to water your plants, try growing the string of buttons. This is a succulent with square or triangle-shaped leaves that spiral around the plant’s stem, giving it a stacked appearance.

When exposed to enough light, the gray-green leaves can turn pink. In the spring and summer, plant this fast-growing succulent indoors or outdoors. It is poisonous to both humans and animals.

20. Mezoo Trailing Red 

Appearance	Long, slender stems that trail down and small, fleshy green leaves Bright red flowers
Propagation	Propagate by stem cuttings
Uses	As a border plant In hanging baskets In patio containers
Specific needs	Full sun Evenly moist, well-drained soil

The creeping red is a creeping succulent plant with vibrant colors that will brighten up any garden or indoor space. It has long stems with small, round leaves that range from green to deep red. This South African plant is known for its ability to adapt to different lighting conditions.

The creeping leaves turn red when exposed to direct sunlight, making it an excellent choice for a sunny windowsill or an outdoor hanging basket. This plant also brings in pollinators and gives mixed plantings a pop of color, just like a Missy Sedum. 

Conclusion

Creeping succulents are the perfect addition to any indoor or outdoor garden.

Bring a pop of color to your windowsill, or create a breathtaking hanging garden with these plants.

• Creeping succulents such as the popular calico kitten, trailing jade, or wax plant are a great addition to any collection, providing a unique and stylish look to your hanging baskets or garden.
• With a wide range of options, including Sedum morganianum, Crassula Sarmentosa, and Pachyclada, a creeping succulent is suitable for every taste.
• Some succulents have interesting and unique shapes, such as the dancing-bones cactus or the fishbone cactus, and these are sure to amaze guests.
• When selecting your creeping succulent, consider the growing conditions and level of care required. Always ensure proper sunlight, water, and soil.

In addition to the above discussed, there are some other similar succulents such as Senecio rowleyanus, Ceropegia linearis, Mistletoe cactus, Curio herreanus, Kenya hyacinth, Climbing aloes, Senecio jacobsenii, Sedum ‘Little missy’ sedum’ and Ceropegia haygarthii (Lantern Flower). They are sure to bring joy and liven up your day!