Scrolling through #PlantTok this morning, I stumbled upon the perfect plant for spring: these teeny-tiny bunny-shaped succulents. With over 647 million views on TikTok alone, the charming little plants have clearly won the hearts of people everywhere.
Similar to their popular dolphin counterpart, the Monilaria obconica and Monilaria moniliformis were nicknamed bunny ear succulents. The miniature succulents resemble little green bunnies popping out of their burrows. Their ears even have a fuzzy, fur-like texture!
When it comes to care, bunny rabbit succulents thrive with bright, indirect light, regular watering and nutrient-rich succulent soil mix. They're a slow grower and remain quite small, so more experienced indoor gardeners may enjoy putting their skills to the test by growing them from seeds instead of starter plants. Thankfully, this top-rated Etsy seller offers both.
Unfortunately, the plant's "ears" will continue to grow longer and longer, while their "heads" will remain relatively the same size. Over time, your bunny rabbit succulents will begin to look less like the adorable baby bunnies they once were and more like goofy-looking string beans (which, IMHO, are equally as cute).
Many reviewers raved that this particular Etsy seller packed their tiny succulents or seeds with care—and often slipped a few additional succulent cuttings in with their purchase. "I am beyond happy with my purchase of two Monilaria moniliformes," writes one. "It came with five freebies which included another little bunny head and four lithops. My order came fast and arrived in perfect condition and packaged with extreme care."
If you're less into bunnies as succulents and more about bunnies and succulents, there are still plenty of adorable ways to make rabbit succulents happen in your life. These bunny-shaped succulent planters make an excellent addition to your spring home decor, so hop to it!
Sullivans Glazed White Bunny Planter
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Sarah Maberry is a fashion and luxury commerce editor at Hearst Magazines, where she covers fashion, beauty and pop culture. A seasoned trend forecaster and fashion historian, she analyzes viral products and trends on a deeper level, helping readers determine what's worth buying. When she’s not writing for ELLE, Harper’s BAZAAR, Town & Country, Esquire, Cosmopolitan and other publications, she can be found roaming the Museum at FIT (her alma matter) or sewing her own couture while she binge-watches reality TV.
