Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Reyes, Etter & Kristen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Haseltonia 20: 58 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345887
Common Names
- Sedum piaxtlaense
- Piaxtla Sedum
- Piaxtlaense Sedum
Description
Sedum piaxtlaense (also called Sedum piaxtlaense, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is native to Mexico, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. This species grows to a height of 1-2 m, and has yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sedum piaxtlaense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sedum piaxtlaense has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seed capsules are small and contain small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sedum piaxtlaense is a succulent that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is best propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and place in a bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Sedum piaxtlaense
Sedum piaxtlaense is native to Mexico.
Sedum piaxtlaense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sedum piaxtlaense?
Sedum piaxtlaense
What is the natural habitat of Sedum piaxtlaense?
It is native to Mexico.
What are the common names of Sedum piaxtlaense?
It is commonly known as Piaxtla Stonecrop.
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
Jerónimo Reyes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Reyes' in the authors string.