Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
kiersteadiae
ID:
1330478

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Wilson & R.E.Brainerd

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 8: 9 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342932



Common Names

  • Kierstead's Sedum
  • Kierstead's Stonecrop
  • Sedum kiersteadiae


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Description

Sedum kiersteadiae (also called Sedum kiersteadiae, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is native to Ecuador. It grows in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum kiersteadiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sedum kiersteadiae has small, yellow flowers with dark green, ovate leaves. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum kiersteadiae is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Sedum kiersteadiae

Sedum kiersteadiae can be found in the rainforests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Sedum kiersteadiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum kiersteadiae?

Sedum kiersteadiae

What is the common name of Sedum kiersteadiae?

Kiersteadiae Sedum

What is the natural habitat of Sedum kiersteadiae?

It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

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

Barbara Lynn Wilson (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Wilson' in the authors string.
Richard E. Brainerd: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Brainerd' in the authors string.