Status:
valid
Authors:
I.García & Costea
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 212: 81 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342641
Common Names
- Moniliforme Sedum
- Moniliforme Sedum Plant
- Sedum Plant
Description
Sedum moniliforme (also called Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a species of succulent plant native to Mexico. It has small, yellow flowers and thick, fleshy leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and is often found in deserts and on mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Sedum moniliforme is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sedum moniliforme has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and narrow, grass-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sedum moniliforme is an evergreen succulent native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Sedum moniliforme
Sedum moniliforme is found in Mexico.
Sedum moniliforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sedum moniliforme?
Sedum moniliforme
What is the common name of Sedum moniliforme?
Moniliforme Sedum
What is the natural habitat of Sedum moniliforme?
Temperate grasslands, savannas, and shrublands
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,