Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
annuum
ID:
438777

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 432 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438109

Common Names

  • Annual Stonecrop
  • Common Stonecrop
  • White Stonecrop

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Synonyms

  • Oreosedum hewittii (Chamberlain) Grulich [unknown]
  • Sedum aestivum All. [unknown]
  • Sedum oederi Retz. [unknown]
  • Sedum parnassicum Boiss. & Heldr. [unknown]
  • Sedum hewittii Chamberlain [unknown]
  • Sedum zollikoferi F.Hermann & Stef. [unknown]
  • Sedum rupestre Oeder [unknown]
  • Etiosedum annuum (L.) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]

Description

Sedum annuum (also called Annual 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 annuum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sedum annuum sub. gussonei Brullo & Spamp.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sedum annuum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together in small, dense spikes. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum annuum 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 annuum

Sedum annuum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Sedum annuum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum annuum?

Sedum annuum

What is the common name of Sedum annuum?

Annual Stonecrop

What is the family of Sedum annuum?

Crassulaceae

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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