Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
selskanianus
ID:
397215

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel & Maack) 't Hart

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Evol. & Syst. Crassulac. : 169 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396547

Common Names

  • Phedimus selskanianus
  • Selskanian Stonecrop
  • Selskanianus Stonecrop

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Synonyms

  • Aizopsis selskiana (Regel & Maack) Grulich [unknown]
  • Sedum selskianum Regel & Maack [unknown]

Description

Phedimus selskanianus (also called Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial succulent with a creeping habit. It is native to the Caucasus and Turkey, and grows in rocky, sandy, and gravelly soils.

Uses & Benefits

Phedimus selskanianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in dry, sunny areas. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phedimus selskanianus has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phedimus selskanianus is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Divisions should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Phedimus selskanianus

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

Phedimus selskanianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phedimus selskanianus?

Phedimus selskanianus

What type of plant is Phedimus selskanianus?

Succulent

Where is Phedimus selskanianus native to?

Central and Southern Europe

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

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Richard Maack (1825-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maack' in the authors string.
Henk ’t Hart (1944-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation ''t Hart' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:986649-1: Based on the initial data import