Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
gelida
ID:
1300558

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrenk

Source:
tro

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Nov. 1: 67 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299896

Common Names

  • Rhodiola gelida
  • Frosty Stonecrop
  • Frosty Sedum

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Description

Rhodiola gelida (also called 'Gelid Rhodiola', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has bright green leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodiola gelida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhodiola gelida are yellow and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodiola gelida is a hardy perennial that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall, and seeds should be sown in spring or fall.

Where to Find Rhodiola gelida

Rhodiola gelida can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including parts of Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia.

Rhodiola gelida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodiola gelida?

Rhodiola gelida

What is the common name of Rhodiola gelida?

Gelid Rhodiola

What type of plant is Rhodiola gelida?

Rhodiola gelida is a succulent perennial plant

Species in the Rhodiola genus

Rhodiola algida, Rhodiola marginata, Rhodiola rosea, Rhodiola quadrifida, Rhodiola crenulata, Rhodiola rhodantha, Rhodiola junggarica, Rhodiola multibracteata, Rhodiola tangutica, Rhodiola handelii, Rhodiola sherriffii, Rhodiola atsaensis, Rhodiola integrifolia, Rhodiola semenovii, Rhodiola coccinea, Rhodiola fastigiata, Rhodiola gelida, Rhodiola heterodonta, Rhodiola himalensis, Rhodiola kaschgarica, Rhodiola litwinovii, Rhodiola pamiroalaica, Rhodiola recticaulis, Rhodiola stephani, Rhodiola bupleuroides, Rhodiola calliantha, Rhodiola tibetica, Rhodiola angusta, Rhodiola alsia, Rhodiola serrata, Rhodiola cretinii, Rhodiola kirilowii, Rhodiola hobsonii, Rhodiola humilis, Rhodiola primuloides, Rhodiola purpureoviridis, Rhodiola discolor, Rhodiola smithii, Rhodiola wallichiana, Rhodiola prainii, Rhodiola stapfii, Rhodiola macrocarpa, Rhodiola yunnanensis, Rhodiola dumulosa, Rhodiola forrestii, Rhodiola sinuata, Rhodiola chrysanthemifolia, Rhodiola nobilis, Rhodiola sexifolia, Rhodiola subopposita,

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,

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