Status:
valid
Authors:
X.F.Jin, S.H.Jin & B.Y.Ding
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 105: 34 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336245
Common Names
- Sedum kuntsunianum
- Kuntsunianum Sedum
- Kuntsunianum Stonecrop
Description
Sedum kuntsunianum (also called Kuntsun's Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is native to China and grows in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Sedum kuntsunianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sedum kuntsunianum has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sedum kuntsunianum is a perennial succulent that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil and should be grown in a location that receives partial sun to full shade. It can be propagated by stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm location until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Sedum kuntsunianum
Sedum kuntsunianum is native to China. It can be found in rocky areas, as well as in disturbed areas.
Sedum kuntsunianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sedum kuntsunianum?
Sedum kuntsunianum
What is the family of Sedum kuntsunianum?
Crassulaceae
Where is Sedum kuntsunianum found?
China
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
Xiao Feng Jin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.F.Jin' in the authors string.
Shui-Hu Jin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.H.Jin' in the authors string.