Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
potosinum
ID:
1300155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 13: 300 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299493

Common Names

  • Potosi Stonecrop
  • Potosi Sedum
  • Potosi Liveforever

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Description

Sedum potosinum (also called Potosi Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with small, round, fleshy leaves. It is native to Mexico and typically grows in rocky, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum potosinum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens, and is also used in green roofs. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sedum potosinum are small, yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have succulent leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum potosinum is a succulent that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Take a stem cutting about 4-6 inches long and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in well-draining soil and water sparingly. The plant will root quickly and can be transplanted into a larger pot or garden bed.

Where to Find Sedum potosinum

Sedum potosinum is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Sedum potosinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum potosinum?

Sedum potosinum

What is the common name of Sedum potosinum?

Potosinum Stonecrop

What type of plant is Sedum potosinum?

Succulent

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,

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