Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
australe
ID:
1300401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
New N. Amer. Crassul. : 41 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299739

Common Names

  • Australe Stonecrop
  • Australe Sedum
  • Australe Liveforever

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Description

Sedum australe (also called Southern Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a species of succulent plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is native to Mexico, and grows in rocky areas. It has thick, fleshy, green leaves that form rosettes, and produces yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum australe is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sedum australe 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

Sedum australe is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a healthy stem and cut it into sections. Allow the cuttings to dry for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the plant should root within a few weeks. It can also be propagated from leaf cuttings.

Where to Find Sedum australe

Sedum australe can be found in Mexico, in the states of Hidalgo and Queretaro.

Sedum australe FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum australe?

Sedum australe

What is the natural habitat of Sedum australe?

Grassy meadows and rocky slopes

How often should Sedum australe be watered?

Every 1-2 weeks, depending on the season

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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