Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Berger
Source:
cmp
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 18a: 465 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396390
Common Names
- Pseudosedum lievenii
- Lieven's Stonecrop
- Lieven Stonecrop
Synonyms
- Umbilicus steveni Ledeb. ex Boriss. [unknown]
- Sedum lievenii Raym.-Hamet [unknown]
- Cotyledon lievenii Ledeb. [unknown]
- Umbilicus lievenii G.Don [unknown]
- Umbilicus multicaulis Boiss. & Buhse [unknown]
Description
Pseudosedum lievenii (also called Lieven’s 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 lievenii 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 lievenii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudosedum lievenii 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 lievenii
Pseudosedum lievenii is native to Russia and Kazakhstan, and is typically found in dry, rocky habitats.
Pseudosedum lievenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudosedum lievenii?
Pseudosedum lievenii
What type of plant is Pseudosedum lievenii?
Herb
Where does Pseudosedum lievenii grow?
Central Asia
Species in the Pseudosedum genus
Pseudosedum lievenii,
Pseudosedum karatavicum,
Pseudosedum kamelinii,
Pseudosedum ferganense,
Pseudosedum fedtschenkoanum,
Pseudosedum bucharicum,
Pseudosedum campanuliflorum,
Pseudosedum condensatum,
Pseudosedum kuramense,
Pseudosedum longidentatum,
Pseudosedum multicaule,
Pseudosedum acutisepalum,
Pseudosedum koelzii,
Pseudosedum affine,
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,