Most people associate succulents with small, low-maintenance plants that don’t require much attention. While this is true, succulents can grow to be quite tall and add a lot of color to any space!
These plants are typically straightforward to care for and make a dramatic statement in any space. If you’re looking to add a tall succulent to your collection, do your research beforehand.
Some of these plants can get quite large, and you’ll need to ensure enough room to accommodate them. However, with some planning, you can easily add a tall succulent to your indoor or outdoor space.
This article will go over 11 different types of tall succulents so you can find the perfect one for your home or office. Here are 11 examples of tall succulents:
1. Adenium Obesum (Desert Rose)
The desert rose is a tall succulent plant. It can reach a height of 4 feet (1.2 m). It has thick, fleshy leaves and beautiful blooms that range from pale pink to dark red.
This succulent is distinguished by a broad, fat base covered in spines. The tall columnar stem has large, rounded leaves and pink to red flowers followed by white or reddish-brown seed pods.
This plant does not require much sunlight and is ideal for people who want to grow succulents indoors without taking up too much floor space. Because of its drought tolerance, it’s also ideal as an outdoor plant.
To keep this plant’s shape, re-pot it every two years because they tend to lose their upright form over time due to how quickly they bloom when planted outdoors during the summer months (starting at about mid-July). The desert rose grows wild, mostly on rocky outcroppings and slopes.
2. Aeonium Arboreum
This succulent has slender, wiry stems that can grow to be 3 feet tall (90cm). The leaves are dark green with light green stripes, and the flowers, which appear in clumps in the summer, are small clusters of white or pink stars. It produces large red berries in the winter, which hang downward on long stalks from its branches.
This succulent requires a lot of sunlight, so it’s best grown outside near doors and windows, where it’ll get enough natural light for the photosynthesis process to work correctly.
It also prefers well-drained soil but cannot tolerate frosty weather because temperatures below zero degrees Celsius will kill it – do not plant these succulents outside if you live in a cold climate!
3. Americana Agave (Century Plant)
The Century Plant is another name for Agave americana. Tall succulents are those that can grow to be 5 feet (1.5 meters) tall! Agave plants are distinguished by their long, narrow leaves and numerous small flowers that bloom in clusters atop an inflorescence stalk (stem).
Because the sap of this succulent contains sugar, it is commonly used in the production of tequila. The agave plant thrives in full sun or partial shade during the growing season with well-drained soil.
It will go dormant after blooming if not given enough water over time. However, it will return the following year after soaking up some moisture again. This succulent may be more susceptible to rot from prolonged freezing temperatures than other types of succulents.
4. Eve’s Needle (Austrocylindropuntia Subulata)
The Austrocylindropuntia subulata succulent (also known as Eve’s needle) grows to heights of up to 13 feet (4m). Long, narrow leaves with spiky clusters at the ends characterize this plant. In the summer, it produces large pinkish flowers. This columnar succulent prefers dry conditions but can withstand brief flooding.
5. Crassula Ovata (Jade Plant)
The Crassula Ovata is a succulent that grows tall with sprawling, drooping branches. Its leaves are oval, grow to about 12 inches (30 cm) long, and have a rough surface texture from the leaf ridges, making them ideal for hanging. It can reach a height of 15 feet (5 meters)!
Because of its jade-like appearance, the Crassula ovata is commonly known as the “jade plant” and is frequently used in home decor. It requires a lot of light (preferably sunlight) to grow tall, so place it near windows or outside on sunny days for best results.
Succulents that don’t require a lot of sunlight can be placed farther away from the window if they don’t get enough natural light during the day. When it gets dry, add more water, resulting in faster growth! This succulent grows quickly and is an excellent choice for a houseplant.
6. Cyphostemma Juttae
The succulent Cyphostemma Juttae is indigenous to South Africa. It can grow up to 6 feet (2m) tall and has a single, long stem with a few spiraling leaves.
Throughout the summer, the plant produces greenish-yellow flowers on the end of its branches. Its name is derived from the Greek words “cyphes” for cup and “stema” for stump or trunk.
Because of its size and color scheme, this succulent is frequently used as an ornamental design element because it stands out against other plants.
The Cyphostemma Juttae succulent thrives in dry climates with high temperatures. This may be your best bet if you want an exotic plant that can withstand harsh living conditions.
7. Euphorbia Milii (Crown of Thorns)
Because of its long, sharp spines on its stems and fleshy leaves, the Euphorbia Milii succulent cactus is also known as the Crown of Thorns succulent cactus. It can reach a height of 6 feet (around 2 meters), with branches or arms four inches wide at the base and eight inches long.
The plant does produce red flowers, but they are small and uninteresting. The Euphorbia Milii succulent requires little care. It needs little water or sunlight to thrive, making it ideal for people who live in hot climates.
It prefers light shade during the summer months in cooler climates. This succulent grows tall enough that it will need to be pruned to stay in shape.
Cut the branches back to within one or two inches of a node if you want to control its growth; this will encourage new side branches and keep the succulent from growing too tall.
8. Kalanchoe Beharensis (Elephant’s Ears, Felt Bush)
Kalanchoe beharensis (also known as Felt Bush or Elephant’s Ears) is a succulent that can reach a height of 16 feet (3.7 meters). These plants are native to South Africa’s Kalahari Desert, where their tough leaves and spines have helped them adapt.
The flowers are unusual in appearance, resembling clusters of white bulbs on long stems. They grow from late summer to fall, at which point they turn brown and produce seeds before dying back for the winter. This plant takes four years to reach full maturity but can live for up to 30 years!
9. Monadenium magnificum
This succulent is known for its height and slenderness. It can reach a height of 7 feet (2.1m), but it also has a shorter form that grows more than one foot per year. It has large leaves that can reach two inches in length and one inch in width. The leaves are green or yellow, with purple spots along the edges.
It also has pinkish-red flowers in the fall, from September to November every year. Because of its size, this plant must be grown outside in a location with ample sunlight and space. It’s a favorite among succulent collectors due to its scarcity and ability to withstand harsh weather conditions.
10. Pachypodium Lamerei (Madagascar Palm)
With a bushy, spiky crown, this succulent is tall and thin. This succulent grows taller as its leaves branch off into smaller branches, giving it an attractive appearance that distinguishes it from other plants nearby.
The foliage is long and narrow. They frequently branch off into smaller branches to create an attractive appearance that distinguishes them from other plants nearby when these branching points form spines. This succulent grows slowly but can reach a height of 20 feet (6 meters).
It is considered easy to grow because it requires very little water once established and comes in various colors, including green, pink, purple, brown, white, and yellow. Madagascar palms are tall succulents that make an excellent addition to any garden.
11. Sansevieria trifasciata ‘laurentii’ (Variegated Snake Plant)
The leaves of Sansevieria trifasciata ‘laurentii’ has thick, green stripes on the edges that are accented by yellow in between them. When grown outdoors, this succulent plant can reach a height of 4 feet (1.2m). It grows best indoors because it requires bright light for at least six hours per day or indirect sunlight all day.
Depending on where it is in your home, this indoor succulents variety can be used as a ground covering or as a potted houseplant. If left unchecked indoors, it will grow quite large, but this also means you’ll need plenty of space for it!
With enough care and light, these tall succulents will grow into beautiful, lush plants! It’s best to keep it somewhere that can accommodate its height.
The Sansevieria trifasciata is an excellent choice if you want something unique that requires little maintenance, as do the majority of the tall succulents on our list!
