Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
hispanicum
ID:
438143

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1755

Citation Micro:
Cent. Pl. I : 12 (1755)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437475



Common Names

  • Hispanicum Stonecrop
  • Hispanicum Sedum
  • Hispanicum's Stonecrop


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Synonyms

  • Sedum armenum Boiss. & A.Huet [unknown]
  • Sedum boissieri Davidov [unknown]
  • Sedum longibracteatum Fröd. [unknown]
  • Sedum orientale Boiss. [unknown]
  • Sedum glaucum Waldst. & Kit. [unknown]
  • Sedum hungaricum Poir. [unknown]
  • Sedum sexfidum M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Sedum andersonii G.Don [unknown]
  • Sedum antiquum Omelczuk & Zaver. [unknown]
  • Sedum whitmannii hort. ex Mast. [unknown]
  • Sedum wightmannianum hort. ex Mast. [unknown]
  • Sedum puberulum DC. [unknown]
  • Sedum pseudohispanicum Strobl [unknown]

Description

Sedum hispanicum (also called Spanish Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is a succulent perennial herb with small, yellow flowers and fleshy, green leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in rocky, sunny places.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum hispanicum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for making floral arrangements. The leaves of the plant are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sedum hispanicum has small, star-shaped yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum hispanicum is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent that is native to Mexico. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings. The cuttings should be allowed to dry for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.

Where to Find Sedum hispanicum

Sedum hispanicum is native to Spain and Portugal.

Sedum hispanicum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Sedum hispanicum?

Sedum hispanicum prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What kind of soil is best for Sedum hispanicum?

Sedum hispanicum prefers well-draining, sandy soil.

How much light does Sedum hispanicum need?

Sedum hispanicum prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

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,

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