Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
gattefossei
ID:
1219752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Batt. & Jahand.

Source:
tro

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 12: 26 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219090



Common Names

  • Gattefossei Sedum
  • Sedum gattefossei
  • Gattefossei Flower


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Description

Sedum gattefossei (also called Gattefosse's sedum, among many other common names) is a succulent native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant. It grows best in dry, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is often found in deserts, meadows, and along rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum gattefossei is an evergreen shrub that is often used as a hedge or border plant. It has fragrant white flowers in winter and is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It is a low maintenance plant and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sedum gattefossei has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are covered with small, white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum gattefossei is a fast-growing succulent that can reach up to 6 inches in height. It prefers dry, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 2 inches long. Place the cuttings in a container filled with dry potting soil and keep them in a warm, dry environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Sedum gattefossei

Sedum gattefossei can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Sedum gattefossei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum gattefossei?

Sedum gattefossei

What is the common name of Sedum gattefossei?

Gattefosse's Stonecrop

What is the natural habitat of Sedum gattefossei?

It is found in the French Pyrenees, growing in rocky crevices and on walls

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

Jules Aimé Battandier (1848-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Batt.' in the authors string.
Émile Jahandiez (1876-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jahand.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:275436-1: Based on the initial data import