Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
tro
Year:
1823
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 6: 44 (1823)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299388
Common Names
- Sedum moranense
- Moran's Stonecrop
- Moran's Sedum
Description
Sedum moranense (also called Moran's Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant with fleshy, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala and typically grows in rocky, dry areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sedum moranense is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and skin problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Sedum moranense sub. grandiflorum R.T.Clausen
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sedum moranense has yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, while its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sedum moranense is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves and star-shaped yellow flowers in summer. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagate by division or stem cuttings.
Where to Find Sedum moranense
Sedum moranense is native to Mexico and Central America.
Sedum moranense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sedum moranense?
Sedum moranense
What type of plant is Sedum moranense?
Succulent
Where is Sedum moranense 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,