Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
karatavicum
ID:
397059

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boriss.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 7: 185 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396391

Common Names

  • Pseudosedum karatavicum
  • Karatav Stonecrop
  • Karatav's Stonecrop

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Description

Pseudosedum karatavicum (also called Karatavian False Sedum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is native to Central Asia and is found in rocky or sandy areas. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with succulent stems and leaves. The leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and the flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudosedum karatavicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseudosedum karatavicum are white, bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, dark green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudosedum karatavicum is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings in spring or by seed sown in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Pseudosedum karatavicum

Pseudosedum karatavicum is native to Kazakhstan, and is typically found in dry, rocky habitats.

Pseudosedum karatavicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudosedum karatavicum?

Pseudosedum karatavicum

What type of plant is Pseudosedum karatavicum?

Herb

Where does Pseudosedum karatavicum grow?

Central Asia

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,