SPECIMEN NO. #28 🟢 PET SAFE Family: Crassulaceae

Sedum morganianum

Common Name: Burro's Tail

Burro's Tail (Sedum morganianum) is a houseplant in the Crassulaceae family, native to BR. It is a bright indirect-light species that thrives between 2500 and 8000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 14 days, temperatures of 10–30°C, and about 30% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is non-toxic and considered pet-safe for cats and dogs. It is also known as Donkeytail.

Sedum morganianum (Burro's Tail) botanical field specimen photograph

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? NO (Safe)
Toxic to Cats? NO (Safe)
Clinical Symptoms:

Non-toxic. Safe for dogs and cats.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement 2500 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance 8000 Lux
Watering Frequency Every 14 Days
Temperature Envelope 10°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity 30% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 5690408
Native Biogeographical Range BR; Boyacá, Caldas, Quindío, Risaralda, Valle; Dominican Republic; INTRODUCED; M...
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