Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
semilunatum
ID:
1231049

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.T.Fu

Source:
tro

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 12: 67 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001230387

Common Names

  • Sedum semilunatum
  • Semilunate Sedum
  • Semilunate-Sedum

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Description

Sedum semilunatum (also called Half-moon Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a species of succulent in the family Crassulaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in the understory, and on rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum semilunatum is a succulent plant that is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is also known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sedum semilunatum has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum semilunatum is a succulent native to China. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division. It should be grown in a pot with a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Sedum semilunatum

Sedum semilunatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Sedum semilunatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum semilunatum?

Sedum semilunatum

What is the common name of Sedum semilunatum?

Half-moon Stonecrop

What is the natural habitat of Sedum semilunatum?

Rocky slopes and cliffs

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50062841: Based on the initial data import
Kun Tsun Fu (b.1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.T.Fu' in the authors string.