Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Carrillo & Pérez-Farr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Haseltonia 17: 82 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335159
Common Names
- Sedum mesoamericanum
- Mesoamerican Sedum
- Mesoamerican Stonecrop
Description
Sedum mesoamericanum (also called Mesoamerican Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Sedum mesoamericanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sedum mesoamericanum is yellow, star-shaped, and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sedum mesoamericanum is a succulent plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Sedum mesoamericanum
Sedum mesoamericanum is native to Mexico.
Sedum mesoamericanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sedum mesoamericanum?
Sedum mesoamericanum
What type of plant is Sedum mesoamericanum?
It is a succulent plant
Where does Sedum mesoamericanum grow?
It is native to Mexico and Central America
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
Pablo Carillo-Reyes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Carrillo' in the authors string.