Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
praealtum
ID:
736684

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Rapp. [Not.] Pl. Jard. Genève 10: 21 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000736017



Common Names

  • Praealtum Sedum
  • Sedum Praealtum
  • Sedum Praealtum Flower


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Description

Sedum praealtum (also called Tall Stonecrop, among many other common names) is a species of succulent native to Europe. It is a small, evergreen, succulent perennial growing to 15 cm tall. It has a single, erect, hairy leaf and a single yellow flower. It is found in the mountains of Europe, growing in rocky soils in grassland and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Sedum praealtum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sedum praealtum has a yellow-green flower with a white centre. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have a single, needle-like leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sedum praealtum is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best grown in full sun and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Sedum praealtum

Sedum praealtum can be found in the mountains of Eastern Europe.

Sedum praealtum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Sedum praealtum?

Sedum praealtum is native to Europe and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

What is the flower color of Sedum praealtum?

The flowers of Sedum praealtum are usually yellow or white.

What is the flowering period of Sedum praealtum?

Sedum praealtum typically flowers from April to June.

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,