12 Types Of Succulents To Grow Based On Your Zodiac Sign

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While it's true that astrology isn't grounded in peer-reviewed science, it has been woven into human cultures for thousands of years. People use it to make connections between the planets and everything from animals and flowers to gemstones. One reason that astrology is so appealing (and growing in popularity with young people) is that humans love spotting patterns and connecting them to ideas, stories, and personalities. Scientists call this phenomenon apophenia, and whether it's seeing shapes in clouds or spotting faces on the moon, it's just a fancy way of saying we see meaningful images in random objects. As a fun example of astrological apophenia, here's a look at which succulents to grow based on your zodiac sign.

Succulents aren't a classification of plants; instead, they occur in many different plant families. A succulent is any plant that has adapted to arid climates with fleshy leaves that store water. From annual succulents like purslane (Portulaca oleracea) to hardy types like stonecrop (Sedum spp.), there are many varieties of succulents. Each one has a unique shape, color, and — dare we say — personality, making it easy to pair them with the zodiac signs. When reading your succulent horoscope, be sure to include your Big Three (sun, moon, and rising signs). And, if you like this kind of thing, check out our zodiac guide to decluttering your home next.

Capturing the bold energy of Aries with bright, fiery red tones and a spiky, energetic form, the red aloe (Aloe cameronii) is the perfect succulent for the sign of the Ram. The leaves of red aloe even look like the flames of this fire sign, especially when this plant is grown outdoors with the neglect and dry soil it prefers. In Aries fashion, this plant commands your attention in other ways: a showy display of bright red flowers that appear in late fall to winter. It's suitable for indoors or outside in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 12.

Anyone with strong Taurus placements understands the value of comfort. This sign is ruled by Venus, and when it comes to succulents, there are a lot of them that just can't be described as cozy enough for a Taurean, especially anything with spines. However, for the sign of the Bull, we have the Panda plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa). With soft, fuzzy leaves, it's sometimes called teddy bear cactus, and it's one of the best succulents to grow indoors. You can also grow it outside in zones 9 to 11. Either way, its slow growth reflects the grounded and stable nature of Taurus.

For Gemini, the sign of the Twins, the necklace vine (Crassula perforata) is a perfect match. This succulent, also called string of buttons, is a great conversation piece. Just as a Gemini native will draw you in for a lively chat, the necklace vine's unique leaves pull you in for closer inspection and discovery. And since it makes an excellent hanging basket plant, it's ideal for an air sign like Gemini. Grown indoors part- or full-time in zones below 9, the stacked, geometric leaves of the necklace vine also create a sense of movement, perfect for reflecting Gemini's flexible and adaptable nature.

When we say moonstones, we're not talking about crystals, although that's the best crystal to have in your home if this is your sign. For succulents, we're talking about a different type of moonstone, the plant Pachyphytum oviferum, and for the sign ruled by the moon, how could the best succulent for Cancer be anything else? Native to Mexico, moonstone plants make great houseplants and are winter-hardy in zones 10 to 11. Their fleshy leaves are a beautiful pale silvery-gray color, evoking the moon and the gentle, luminous Cancer vibe.

For Leo, a fire sign ruled by the sun and symbolized by the lion, we need a plant with a majestic appearance, one that commands respect and authority. The golden barrel cactus (Echinocactus grusonii) has a halo of golden spines resembling a mane, and bright yellow flowers that further support the association with the sun. The golden barrel cactus is the king of the succulent jungle, and it's the perfect plant to represent the sign of Leo. Like many Echinocactus species, the golden barrel cactus can either be grown outdoors in zones 9 to 12 or kept inside as a houseplant.

Like Gemini, the sign of Virgo is said to be ruled by Mercury, which links them both to the intellect. However, Virgo is a grounded earth sign, where Mercury's fascinations have less to do with ideas, as they do in Gemini, and more to do with practicalities. With its understated beauty, the zebra plant (Haworthia fasciata) is an ideal succulent for Virgos. It has a compact, tidy growth habit that will appeal to Virgo's sense of order, and the meticulous stripes mirror Virgo's detail-oriented and practical side.

With its balanced shape, elegant tones, and ruffled edges, this hens and chicks cultivar, Echeveria 'Neon Breakers', is the perfect match for Libra. Sharing Venus' rulership with Taurus, Libra appreciates beauty as much as Taurus the Bull, but with more elegance and refinement, which is exactly what we have here with 'Neon Breakers'. This echevaria plant gets up to 8 inches in diameter before producing offsets. With its brightly hued rosettes, it's sure to please Libra's love of symmetry. Look closely, and you can even see how the blooms resemble scales, which is Libra's symbol.

Some intense and mysterious Scorpios may have already transformed their yards into haunting oases with goth garden ideas, and fitting right in with that dark, moody vibe is Aeonium 'Zwartkop' (Black Rose). This succulent is sure to win the heart of any Scorpio native with its richly-hued, dramatic rosettes, and the fact that it gets up to 4 feet tall and dies after it blooms represents peak Scorpio transformation energy. You can't grow this outdoors year-round in most climates (it's only hardy in zones 9 to 11), but it does make a good houseplant.

Always seeking new horizons, Sagittarius is the ultimate wanderer. Whether that's in person or just the exploration of new ideas, Sagittarians are ruled by the expansive planet Jupiter. This sign needs a succulent that echoes the wild, untamed nature of the Centaur, and with the cowboy cactus (Euphorbia ingens), we have a plant that's just as big as Sagittarius' spirit. Also known as the candelabra tree, it's frequently kept as a houseplant. However, this evergreen succulent reaches heights of 40 feet in its native African habitat,  symbolizing Sagittarius' higher perspective.

One of the best feng shui houseplants for luck and good fortune, the jade plant (Crassula ovata) is believed to attract prosperity. Although Capricorns prefer to make their own fortune rather than leave it to chance, the association with money fits right in with Cap's focus on finances and stability. Ruled by Saturn, a planet that supports prosperity through long-term growth, Capricorns work toward their goals methodically. The steady, patient growth of the succulent jade plant proves that slow but consistent effort finds success, in true Capricorn style.

Aquarian energy is known for being a little quirky and innovative, but what some may not realize is that two of the colors associated with this sign are electric blue and purple. These beautiful hues come together in Echeveria 'Perle von Nurnberg', a hens and chicks plant with an iridescence reminiscent of Aquarius' unconventional nature. These plants can get up to a foot in diameter, but need some time to get there. This makes sense because, like Capricorn, Aquarius is ruled by Saturn, the planet associated with time.

Looking at pink mountain rose (Aeonium aurea ex El Hierro 'Pink Mountain Rose'), with its dreamy shades of pink, blue, and teal, you can't deny that it looks something like a bouquet of roses, which immediately gives a romantic Pisces vibe. Suddenly, we're off in dreamland, thinking about starlit nights and gentle ocean waves, perfectly capturing Pisces' intuitive nature. This cultivar of Aeonium, previously classified under Greenovia, is green during periods of active growth and pink when dormant.