Status:
valid
Authors:
(Britton) A.Berger
Source:
tro
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 18a: 451 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299434
Common Names
- Sedum Laxum
- Spreading Stonecrop
- Spreading Sedum
Description
Sedum laxum (also called Spreading Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has rounded, fleshy leaves that are green to reddish-purple in color. It grows in rocky areas and on cliffs, and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Sedum laxum is an ornamental plant often 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Sedum laxum sub. heckneri (M.Peck) R.T.Clausen
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sedum laxum are yellow and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sedum laxum is a perennial succulent that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or stem cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and stem cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Sedum laxum
Sedum laxum can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.
Sedum laxum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sedum laxum?
Sedum laxum
What is the common name of Sedum laxum?
Spreading Stonecrop
What is the hardiness zone of Sedum laxum?
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,