Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
orbatum
ID:
1300877

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moran & J.Meyrán

Source:
tro

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Cact. Suc. Mex. 33: 55 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300215

Common Names

  • Sedum orbatum
  • Orbate Stonecrop
  • Orbate Sedum

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Description

Sedum orbatum (also called Orba Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial native to Mexico. It is characterized by its thick, fleshy, gray-green leaves and clusters of yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas of the country.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum orbatum is a succulent plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover, as it can spread quickly and is drought tolerant. It can also be used to create living walls and as a filler in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sedum orbatum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum orbatum is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and bright, indirect sunlight. Water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It is also susceptible to root rot if overwatered.

Where to Find Sedum orbatum

Sedum orbatum can be found in the wild in Mexico.

Sedum orbatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum orbatum?

Sedum orbatum

What type of plant is Sedum orbatum?

It is a succulent

Where is Sedum orbatum found?

It is found in the mountains of central and southern 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8902607: Based on the initial data import
Reid Venable Moran (1916-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moran' in the authors string.
Jorge Meyrán (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Meyrán' in the authors string.