Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
diffusum
ID:
1300141

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
tro

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 25: 148 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299479

Common Names

  • Diffuse Stonecrop
  • Diffuse Sedum
  • Diffuse Liveforever

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Description

Sedum diffusum (also called Spreading Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in rocky, sunny areas and is characterized by its fleshy green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum diffusum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens, and is also used in green roofs. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sedum diffusum are yellow and star-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with succulent leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum diffusum is a succulent that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Take a stem cutting about 4-6 inches long and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in well-draining soil and water sparingly. The plant will root quickly and can be transplanted into a larger pot or garden bed.

Where to Find Sedum diffusum

Sedum diffusum is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Sedum diffusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum diffusum?

Sedum diffusum

What type of plant is Sedum diffusum?

It is a succulent

Where is Sedum diffusum native to?

It is native to Mexico

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 tro-8900218: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.