Status:
valid
Authors:
Raym.-Hamet
Source:
tro
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 71: 157 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261244
Common Names
- Sedum perrotii
- Perrotii Sedum
- Sedum Perrotii
Description
Sedum perrotii (also called Perrot's Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent native to China. It grows in rocky areas, and has small, round leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sedum perrotii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a drought-tolerant plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sedum perrotii are yellow and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sedum perrotii can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It should be planted in well-drained soil in full sun. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Sedum perrotii
Sedum perrotii is native to Europe and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Sedum perrotii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sedum perrotii?
Sedum perrotii
What is the common name of Sedum perrotii?
Perrot's Stonecrop
What is the family of Sedum perrotii?
Crassulaceae
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,