Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
cespitosum
ID:
437821

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 405 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437153

Common Names

  • Cushion Stonecrop
  • Cushion Sedum
  • Mossy Stonecrop

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Description

Sedum cespitosum (also called Tufted Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent native to Europe. It has small, fleshy, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in sandy and rocky habitats, such as beaches, dunes, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum cespitosum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sedum cespitosum has yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum cespitosum is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent that grows up to 4 inches (10 cm) tall. It is an evergreen perennial with small, fleshy, gray-green leaves. The plant produces small yellow flowers in the summer. Cultivation and propagation: It is easily propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little water once established.

Where to Find Sedum cespitosum

Sedum cespitosum can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.

Sedum cespitosum FAQ

What is the common name of Sedum cespitosum?

Tufted Stonecrop

What is the scientific name of Sedum cespitosum?

Sedum cespitosum

What is the family of Sedum cespitosum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2483202: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.