Succulents are a group of plants that store water in their leaves, stems, and roots, causing them to appear fleshy and thickened. They are adapted to arid climates and soil conditions, and they thrive in dry environments. Succulents are not a taxonomic category, but rather a term that describes the attributes of a particular species. Some species in a genus or family may be succulent, while others are not. Many plant families have multiple succulent species found within them, and some families, such as Aizoaceae, Cactaceae, and Crassulaceae, have most of their species as succulents. Succulents are often grown as ornamental plants because of their striking and unusual appearance, as well as their ability to thrive with relatively minimal care. Some common features of succulent plants include:

• Thick and fleshy leaves, stems, and roots that store water
• Crassulacean acid metabolism (CAM) to minimize water loss
• Absent, reduced, or cylindrical-to-spherical leaves
• Reduction in the number of stomata
• Stems as the main site of photosynthesis, rather than leaves

Succulents come in a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes, and they are ideal for both indoor and outdoor spaces. They require little amounts of water and fertilizer, but large amounts of sunlight. Succulents need good drainage and proper soil, and they should be planted in containers with drainage holes at the bottom to prevent root decay and rotting. Some common types of succulent plants include Sedums, String of Pearls, and Cacti.