Status:
valid
Authors:
H.W.Lin & J.C.Wang
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Bot. Stud. (Taipei) 54-57: 2 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340672
Description
Sedum tarokoense (also called Taroko Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent with fleshy, pointed leaves and small, star-shaped yellow flowers. It is native to Taiwan and is found in rocky areas and on cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Sedum tarokoense is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has succulent leaves and small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat a variety of ailments such as skin diseases, digestive issues, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sedum tarokoense is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sedum tarokoense is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 7-9.
Where to Find Sedum tarokoense
Sedum tarokoense is native to Taiwan and can be found in parts of Taroko National Park.
Sedum tarokoense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sedum tarokoense?
Sedum tarokoense
What is the common name of Sedum tarokoense?
Taroko Sedum
What is the natural habitat of Sedum tarokoense?
It is native to Taiwan.
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
Hung Wen Lin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Lin' in the authors string.