Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
dianium
ID:
1330723

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Bolòs) Afferni

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Newslett. Sedum Soc. 114: 109 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343177

Common Names

  • Dian's Petrosedum
  • Petrosedum dianium
  • Dian's Stonecrop

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Description

Petrosedum dianium (also called Dian's petrosedum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to East Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Petrosedum dianium is a plant native to Southeast Asia and is used in traditional medicine. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Petrosedum dianium is a white, five-petaled bloom. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrosedum dianium is a perennial, evergreen plant that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Petrosedum dianium

Petrosedum dianium can be found in China.

Petrosedum dianium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrosedum dianium?

Petrosedum dianium

What is the common name of Petrosedum dianium?

Dian's Petrosedum

What is the natural habitat of Petrosedum dianium?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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

Oriol de Bolòs (1924-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Bolòs' in the authors string.
Massimo Afferni: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Afferni' in the authors string.