Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
saxosa
ID:
658418

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.E.Jones) Britton & Rose

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 3: 15 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657750

Common Names

  • Dudleya saxosa
  • Coastal Liveforever
  • Bluff Lettuce

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Synonyms

  • Cotyledon lanceolata saxosa (M.E.Jones) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon saxosum M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Echeveria lanceolata saxosa (M.E.Jones) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Echeveria saxosa A.Nelson & J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Dudleya saxosa saxosa [unknown]

Description

Dudleya saxosa (also called Rock Live-forever, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to the Pacific Coast of California and Baja California. It is found in coastal scrub and chaparral habitats, usually on rocky slopes and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Dudleya saxosa is a succulent plant that can be used as a decorative addition to gardens and outdoor spaces. It is also known for its drought tolerance and can be used as a ground cover in areas with low rainfall.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dudleya saxosa sub. aloides (Rose) Moran
Dudleya saxosa sub. collomiae (Rose) Moran

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dudleya saxosa has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dudleya saxosa is a succulent perennial herb that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Dudleya saxosa

Dudleya saxosa is native to the western United States and Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky slopes and meadows.

Dudleya saxosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dudleya saxosa?

Dudleya saxosa

What is the common name of Dudleya saxosa?

Rocky Dudleya

What is the natural habitat of Dudleya saxosa?

Coastal bluffs and rocky slopes

Species in the Dudleya genus

Dudleya abramsii, Dudleya acuminata, Dudleya albiflora, Dudleya anomala, Dudleya anthonyi, Dudleya arizonica, Dudleya attenuata, Dudleya blochmanae, Dudleya brevifolia, Dudleya brittonii, Dudleya caespitosa, Dudleya campanulata, Dudleya candelabrum, Dudleya candida, Dudleya cultrata, Dudleya cymosa, Dudleya densiflora, Dudleya edulis, Dudleya farinosa, Dudleya formosa, Dudleya gatesii, Dudleya gnoma, Dudleya greenei, Dudleya guadalupensis, Dudleya ingens, Dudleya lanceolata, Dudleya linearis, Dudleya multicaulis, Dudleya nesiotica, Dudleya nubigena, Dudleya pachyphytum, Dudleya palmeri, Dudleya parva, Dudleya pauciflora, Dudleya pulverulenta, Dudleya rigidiflora, Dudleya rubens, Dudleya saxosa, Dudleya semiteres, Dudleya stolonifera, Dudleya traskae, Dudleya variegata, Dudleya verityi, Dudleya virens, Dudleya viscida, Dudleya albida, Dudleya orcuttii, Dudleya crassifolia, Dudleya hendrixii,

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2779002: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.