Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
smallii
ID:
441770

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton) H.E.Ahles

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
J. Elisha Mitchell Sci. Soc. 80: 172 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000441102

Common Names

  • Sedum smallii
  • Small's Sedum
  • Small's Stonecrop

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Synonyms

  • Tillaea cymosa Nutt. [unknown]
  • Sedum cymosum Fröd. [unknown]
  • Diamorpha cymosa Britton [unknown]
  • Diamorpha smallii Britton [unknown]
  • Sedum cymosum smallii Fröd. [unknown]

Description

Sedum smallii (also called Small's sedum, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent with fleshy leaves and stems. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum smallii is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sedum smallii is a star-shaped yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green, succulent plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum smallii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Sedum smallii

Sedum smallii can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Sedum smallii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum smallii?

Sedum smallii

What is the common name of Sedum smallii?

Small's sedum

What type of plant is Sedum smallii?

Herbaceous perennial

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 kew-2489057: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Harry E. Ahles (1924-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Ahles' in the authors string.