Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
multiceps
ID:
438018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss. & Durieu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 9: 171 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437350

Common Names

  • Sedum multiceps
  • Multiceps sedum
  • Sedum multiceps var. multiceps

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Description

Sedum multiceps (also called Many-Headed Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant native to the Ogasawara Islands in Japan. It is a low-growing plant with thick, fleshy, triangular-shaped leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. The leaves are green in color and have a waxy texture. The plant produces small, yellow flowers in the summer. It is found in rocky areas, on cliffs, and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum multiceps is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sedum multiceps is a star-shaped yellow flower. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum multiceps is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent that grows up to 4 inches (10 cm) tall. It is an evergreen perennial with small, fleshy, green leaves. The plant produces small yellow flowers in the summer. Cultivation and propagation: It is easily propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little water once established.

Where to Find Sedum multiceps

Sedum multiceps can be found in dry, sunny areas in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Sedum multiceps FAQ

What type of plant is Sedum multiceps?

Sedum multiceps is a species of flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae.

Where does Sedum multiceps grow?

Sedum multiceps is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Sedum multiceps?

Sedum multiceps is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2483553: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Michel Charles Durieu de Maisonneuve (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durieu' in the authors string.