Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
incarum
ID:
508617

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ball) Pino

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Haseltonia 12: 60 (2006 publ. 2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507949

Common Names

  • Sedum incarum
  • Incarum Sedum
  • Incarum's Sedum

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Synonyms

  • Altamiranoa incarum A.Berger [unknown]
  • Cotyledon incarum Ball [unknown]
  • Villadia incarum (Ball) Baehni & J.F.Macbr. [unknown]

Description

Sedum incarum (also called 'Inca Stonecrop', among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and grows to a height of approximately 10 cm. It is found in rocky, dry areas, such as hillsides and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum incarum is a succulent plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It has bright yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sedum incarum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum incarum can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks.

Where to Find Sedum incarum

Sedum incarum can be found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region.

Sedum incarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum incarum?

Sedum incarum

What is the common name of Sedum incarum?

Inca Sedum

What is the natural habitat of Sedum incarum?

Rocky slopes and cliffs

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

John Ball (1818-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ball' in the authors string.
Guillermo Pino (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pino' in the authors string.