Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
cmp
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans 2: 104 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000441462
Common Names
- Sarmentosum Sedum
- Sedum sarmentosum
- Sedum schizolepis
Synonyms
- Sedum angustifolium Z.B.Hu & X.L.Huang [unknown]
- Sedum sheareri S.Moore [unknown]
- Sedum kouyangense H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
- Sedum sarmentosum majus Diels [unknown]
Description
Sedum sarmentosum (also called 'Stringy Stonecrop', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to East Asia. It has small, round leaves that are green in color, and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in alpine and subalpine regions.
Uses & Benefits
Sedum sarmentosum is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating wounds and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sedum sarmentosum has small, yellow flowers and produces small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sedum sarmentosum can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -30°F (-34°C). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.
Where to Find Sedum sarmentosum
Sedum sarmentosum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Sedum sarmentosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sedum sarmentosum?
Sedum sarmentosum
What type of plant is Sedum sarmentosum?
Sedum sarmentosum is a succulent plant.
What is the ideal temperature range for Sedum sarmentosum?
Sedum sarmentosum prefers temperatures between 50-70°F (10-21°C).
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,