Ponytail Palm is a succulent, not a tree like other people think. People place succulents in their homes to balance their feng-shui and provide visual relief. However, if your knowledge of succulents is limited, you will be surprised to note a rare group of succulents, some with unusual features. When succulents lose water, they can become more difficult to support. Their rooting system also becomes less strong than other succulents. Therefore, anchor stones are necessary to help hold the roots in place.