I’m so excited to share my absolute favorite trailing and hanging succulents with you today!
As a busy mom, I’m always on the lookout for low-maintenance greenery to brighten up our home. These gorgeous cascading beauties have completely won me over.
Let’s dive in and explore these stunning plants that can transform any space with minimal effort!
25 Trailing & Hanging Succulent Plants
1. Burro’s Tail (Sedum morganianum)
Oh my goodness, the Burro’s Tail is such a showstopper! This Mexican native has the most adorable plump leaves that overlap to create long, cascading stems. I have one hanging in my kitchen, and it never fails to make me smile. The silvery-green color adds a soft touch to any space.
2. Rat Tail Cactus (Aporocactus flagelliformis)
Don’t let the name fool you – this cactus is anything but ratty! Its long, thin stems covered in fine spines create a whimsical, waterfall-like effect. I’ve got mine in a hanging basket on the patio, and it’s become quite the conversation starter during our backyard barbecues.
3. String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus)
Talk about plant perfection! These delicate strands of pea-sized leaves look just like a string of green pearls. I have one draped over my bookshelf, and it adds such a fun, sculptural element to the room. Just be careful if you have curious pets or kiddos – those leaves can be fragile!
4. Variegated Trailing Jade Plant (Crassula sarmentosa ‘Comet’)
This little beauty combines the best of both worlds – the classic jade plant look with a trailing habit. The creamy white variegation on the leaves is absolutely stunning. I’ve got one in a sunny spot in my home office, and it’s thriving with minimal care.
5. Trailing Jade Plant (Senecio jacobsenii)
Not to be confused with its variegated cousin, this trailing jade has heart-shaped leaves that take on a reddish tinge when stressed. It’s become my go-to for adding a pop of color to macramé hangers throughout the house.
6. October Daphne (Sedum sieboldii)
This fast-growing succulent is a real autumn stunner. Its blue-green leaves develop pink edges as the weather cools. I’ve planted some in my outdoor succulent wall, and it’s absolutely gorgeous when it blooms in late summer.
7. Dancing Bones (Hatiora salicornioides)
With its quirky, segmented stems, this little cactus really does look like it’s doing a happy dance! It’s become a favorite in my daughter’s room – she loves giving it silly names and watching it grow.
8. Ruby Necklace (Othonna capensis)
Oh, how I adore this trailing beauty! Its slender stems are adorned with small, oval leaves that turn a stunning ruby red when stressed. I have one in a hanging pot by a sunny window, and it’s like a living piece of jewelry.
9. String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)
This dainty trailing plant has stolen my heart with its delicate, heart-shaped leaves. I’ve trained mine to climb up a small trellis, creating a living wall of hearts in our entryway.
10. String of Nickels (Dischidia nummularia)
With its small, round leaves reminiscent of coins, this trailing succulent is like a good luck charm for your home. I’ve got one cascading down from a high shelf in our guest room – it’s always a hit with visitors!
11. Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi)
This holiday favorite isn’t just for Christmas! Its flattened, segmented stems produce the most gorgeous blooms. I keep mine in a bright spot year-round and enjoy its festive flowers whenever they decide to appear.
12. Porcelain Flower (Hoya pachyclada)
The star-shaped blooms on this trailing beauty look like they’re made of fine china. I have one in our sunroom, and the sweet fragrance it produces when in bloom is absolutely heavenly.
13. Living Stone Daisy Plant (Corpuscularia lehmannii)
This unique succulent looks like it’s covered in a layer of frost! I’ve incorporated it into a rock garden in our backyard, where it adds an interesting textural element among the stones.
14. Sedum ‘Little Missy’ Stonecrop
This petite sedum is a real charmer with its tiny variegated leaves. I’ve used it as a spiller in some of my outdoor container arrangements, and it softens the edges beautifully.
15. String of Bananas (Senecio radicans)
Just like its name suggests, this fun succulent has leaves shaped like tiny bananas! It’s become a family favorite – my kids love to gently touch the leaves and giggle about the “banana plant.”
16. Elephant Bush (Portulacaria afra)
This South African native has become my go-to for adding some height to succulent arrangements. Its reddish stems and small, round leaves give it a bonsai-like appearance that I just adore.
17. String of Tears (Curio herreanus)
Similar to the String of Pearls but with more elongated leaves, this trailing succulent adds a touch of whimsy to any space. I have one in a macramé hanger in our bathroom, where it thrives in the humid environment.
18. Calico Kitten Succulent (Crassula pellucida variegata)
With its heart-shaped leaves splashed with pink, cream, and green, this little succulent looks like it’s straight out of a fairy garden. It’s become a staple in my tabletop arrangements.
19. Lantern Flower (Ceropegia haygarthii)
The unique, lantern-like flowers on this trailing succulent are absolutely fascinating. I’ve got one in a hanging basket on our covered porch, where we can admire its quirky blooms up close.
20. String of Buttons (Crassula perforata)
This fast-growing succulent forms the most adorable stacks of rounded leaves. I’ve used it as a ground cover in some tough, dry spots in our garden, and it’s thrived with almost no care.
21. Hindu Rope Plant (Hoya carnosa compacta)
The twisted, curly leaves of this hoya variety make it look like a living sculpture. I have one slowly making its way up a trellis in our living room – it’s a real conversation starter!
22. Peanut Cactus (Echinopsis chamaecereus)
This petite cactus forms clusters of small, peanut-shaped stems. I’ve got a few in tiny pots on my desk – they’re the perfect low-maintenance office buddies.
23. Monkey’s Tail Cactus (Cleistocactus winteri)
With its long, furry stems, this cactus really does look like a monkey’s tail! I have one in a tall pot where it can trail down freely – it’s become quite the focal point in our sunroom.
24. Ghost Plant (Graptopetalum paraguayense)
The pale, powdery blue-gray leaves of this succulent give it an almost ethereal appearance. I’ve incorporated it into a rock garden where its rosettes provide beautiful contrast against darker stones.
25. Kitten Ears (Cyanotis somaliensis)
Last but not least, this fuzzy little succulent has leaves that really do resemble tiny kitten ears! I’ve used it as a soft, trailing element in some of my succulent wreaths, and it always gets oohs and aahs from visitors.