Looking for the perfect picks for your head planters? These succulents that look like hair can make for some really cool additions!
If you appreciate easy-care plants that would also feed your creative appetite, these succulents that look like hair will lure you into bringing them home right away!
Succulents That Look Like Hair
1. Jade Necklace
Botanical Name: Crassula marnieriana
This succulent features rounded, fleshy leaves tightly packed around a trailing stem that would remind you of the tightly coiled-up curls of the Type 4A African hairstyle. Plus, its compact size fits in any hanging planter or shallow container, for a quirky yet graceful display.
2. Hairy-Fruited Cactus
Botanical Name: Rhipsalis pilocarpa
True to its name, the Hairy-fruited cactus flaunts its fine, hair-like appendages on its slender stems with a soft and flowing look, like unmanaged hair strands. Remember to place it several feet away from the window to keep those lush stems from developing sunburnt spots.
3. Rat Tail Cactus
Botanical Name: Disocactus flagelliformis
The Rat Tail Cactus earns its name from its long, trailing stems adorned with cylindrical, hair-like spines, resembling the tail of a small rodent. Interestingly, the stems somewhat resemble long braids, too, when spilled over the edges of a hanging or any high-held spot.
4. Burro’s Tail
Botanical Name: Sedum morganianum
With thick, trailing stems and chubby, teardrop-shaped leaves, the Burro’s Tail succulent creates the impression of plaited braids. The stems reach upto 4 feet in length, making them a picturesque addition to any room.
5. Mistletoe Cactus
Botanical Name: Rhipsalis baccifera
Appears like a cascade of fine green locks, the Mistletoe Cactus sways with its delicate strands that drape gracefully down its length. The pale green, almost translucent color enhances its ethereal, airy look, ideal for a floating, dreamy garden vibe.
6. Watch Chain
Botanical Name: Crassula muscosa
This succulent could pass for a punk rock hairstyle with its tightly packed, small, stacked leaves that resemble a bunch of curly green hair. Each stem looks almost braided, intricate, and detailed, making for an unusual addition to rock or desert-themed gardens.
7. Medusa Cactus
Botanical Name: Euphorbia flanaganii
True to its namesake, the Medusa Cactus sprouts long, thin stems that twist and turn like the mythical Gorgon’s snake-filled hair. Each “snake” is actually a stem, green and slightly ridged, giving the whole plant a wild, untamed appearance that’s slightly intimidating
8. Crowded Haworthia
Botanical Name: Haworthiopsis coarctata
The Crowded Haworthia sports a dense cluster of thick, fleshy leaves that stand erect, mimicking the look of a spiky hairdo. Each leaf is packed closely to its neighbors, creating a textural depth that’s visually similar to a buzz cut or perhaps a green, spiky wig
9. String of Nickels
Botanical Name: Dischidia nummularia
With its trailing strands adorned with small, round leaves, the String of Nickels resembles long, flowing hair peppered with tiny, shiny coins. The leaves’ compact, coin-like appearance against the trailing stems offers a lush, cascading effect, much like curly locks tumbling down.
10. The Hindu Rope
Botanical Name: Hoya carnosa
This succulent is like the twisted braids of an ancient mystic, featuring thick, waxy leaves that twist and curl along the plant’s length. It’s a slow grower but well worth the wait, as it occasionally surprises with star-shaped, sweetly scented flowers that mist the room with a subtle scent.
11. Peanut Cactus
Botanical Name: Echinopsis chamaecereus
The cylindrical, segmented stems of this succulent look like clusters of tiny, rugged peanuts, giving it its playful moniker. When these are planted closely together, the stems create a dense, bushy effect similar to a textured mop of hair, crowning a spot.
12. Monkey’s Tail
Botanical Name: Hildewintera colademononis
If there were ever a plant that decided to go wild with a fuzzy hairstyle, it would be the Monkey’s Tail. This succulent is adorned with long, trailing stems covered in soft, white hairs, giving it a fluffy, unkempt look that’s absolutely unique.
Plus, it can grow several feet long, which is ideal for high spots where it can cascade freely, much like a playful tail.
13. String Plants
Comprising a wide range of varieties differing in foliage shapes—from beads to bananas to rubies, these plants boast long trailing stems that look like a beautiful green hairdo when spilled over pots or hanging baskets. Just ensure not to dunk them in too much water, as that might lead to root rot and affect their lushness.
