Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
alpestre
ID:
438757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1779

Citation Micro:
Prosp. Hist. Pl. Dauphiné : 49 (1779)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438089

Common Names

  • Sedum alpestre
  • Alpestre Sedum
  • Sedum Alpestre

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Synonyms

  • Sedum repens Schleich. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Sedum guetardi Vill. [unknown]
  • Sedum scheuchzeri Schleich. ex Mert. & W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
  • Sedum saxatile All. [unknown]

Description

Sedum alpestre (also called Alpine Stonecrop, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to Europe, but can also be found in other parts of the world. It prefers dry soils and is often found in rocky areas, grasslands, and other dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum alpestre is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sedum alpestre sub. erythraeum (Griseb.) 't Hart

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sedum alpestre are small, yellow in color and arranged in a spike. The seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum alpestre can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a sandy, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures, but prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Sedum alpestre

Sedum alpestre can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Sedum alpestre FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum alpestre?

Sedum alpestre

What is the common name of Sedum alpestre?

Sedum Alpestre

What is the natural habitat of Sedum alpestre?

It is native to Europe, and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Sedum genus

Sedum forreri, Sedum confertiflorum, Sedum corymbosum, Sedum candolleanum, Sedum rubens, Sedum carnegiei, Sedum caroli-henrici, Sedum cepaea, Sedum elburzense, Sedum ecalcaratum, Sedum duthiei, Sedum engadinense, Sedum ermenekensis, Sedum erraticum, Sedum eriocarpum, Sedum erlangerianum, Sedum dasyphyllum, Sedum creticum, Sedum cyprium, Sedum dendroideum, Sedum derbezii, Sedum argunense, Sedum atratum, Sedum assyriacum, Sedum arenarium, Sedum acre, Sedum abchasicum, Sedum aetnense, Sedum cespitosum, Sedum caeruleum, Sedum brevifolium, Sedum battandieri, Sedum barcense, Sedum aytacianum, Sedum boninense, Sedum borissovae, Sedum berunii, Sedum euxinum, Sedum mexicanum, Sedum melanantherum, Sedum morganianum, Sedum maireanum, Sedum modestum, Sedum monregalense, Sedum microcarpum, Sedum microstachyum, Sedum litoreum, Sedum lineare, Sedum longuetae, Sedum lydium,

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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