Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
decumbens
ID:
1300083

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.T.Clausen

Source:
tro

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Sedum N. Amer. 562. 1975

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299421

Common Names

  • Sedum decumbens
  • Stonecrop
  • Orpine

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Description

Sedum decumbens (also called Trailing Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant with bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and is typically found in rocky areas and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum decumbens is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is drought-tolerant and can be used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin problems, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sedum decumbens are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum decumbens is a drought-tolerant succulent that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting and allow it to dry out for a few days. Then, plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water it sparingly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Sedum decumbens

Sedum decumbens can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Sedum decumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum decumbens?

Sedum decumbens

What is the common name of Sedum decumbens?

Trailing Stonecrop

What is the hardiness zone of Sedum decumbens?

4-9

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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