Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
ruwenzoriense
ID:
1301016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 38: 251 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300354

Common Names

  • Sedum ruwenzoriense
  • Ruwenzori Stonecrop
  • Ruwenzoriense Stonecrop

Searching for Sedum ruwenzoriense? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Sedum ruwenzoriense (also called Ruwenzori Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a succulent perennial plant with fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves and star-shaped yellow flowers. It is native to the mountains of southwestern China and grows in rocky, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum ruwenzoriense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden. The leaves of this plant can also be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sedum ruwenzoriense has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

Searching for Sedum ruwenzoriense? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum ruwenzoriense is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from cuttings in the spring or summer. It should be watered regularly, but not overly wet.

Where to Find Sedum ruwenzoriense

Sedum ruwenzoriense can be found in the wild in Mexico.

Sedum ruwenzoriense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum ruwenzoriense?

Sedum ruwenzoriense

How often should Sedum ruwenzoriense be watered?

Sedum ruwenzoriense should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch.

What type of soil is best for Sedum ruwenzoriense?

Sedum ruwenzoriense prefers well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

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