Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
orientale
ID:
397195

Status:
valid

Authors:
(t'Hart) Grulich

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Preslia 56: 41 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396527

Common Names

  • Petrosedum orientale
  • Eastern Petrosedum
  • Eastern Sandmat

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Synonyms

  • Sedum montanum orientale 't Hart [unknown]
  • Sedum thartii L.P.Hébert [unknown]
  • Sedum pseudorupestre L.Gallo [unknown]

Description

Petrosedum orientale (also called Oriental Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial herb native to Africa. It has a creeping habit and can grow up to 10 cm tall. It is found in the mountains of Africa, from Ethiopia south to South Africa. It prefers dry, well-drained soils in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Petrosedum orientale is used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petrosedum orientale has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and cone-shaped. The seedlings are small and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrosedum orientale can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced about 30cm apart.

Where to Find Petrosedum orientale

Petrosedum orientale is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in Italy, Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Petrosedum orientale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrosedum orientale?

Petrosedum orientale

What type of plant is Petrosedum orientale?

Succulent

Where is Petrosedum orientale native to?

Southern Africa

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