Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
porphyranthes
ID:
745302

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Reyes, Brachet & O.González

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Cact. Suc. Mex. 53: 70 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744635



Common Names

  • Porphyranthes Sedum
  • Sedum Porphyranthes
  • Porphyranthes Sedum


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Description

Sedum porphyranthes (also called Purple Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and produces clusters of purple, star-shaped flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum porphyranthes is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as a diuretic, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sedum porphyranthes is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum porphyranthes is a succulent plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers dry, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.

Where to Find Sedum porphyranthes

Sedum porphyranthes is native to China.

Sedum porphyranthes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sedum porphyranthes?

Sedum porphyranthes

What type of plant is Sedum porphyranthes?

Herb

Where is Sedum porphyranthes native to?

Mexico

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

Jerónimo Reyes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Reyes' in the authors string.
Christian Brachet (d.1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brachet' in the authors string.
Omar González Zorzano: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.González' in the authors string.