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Sedums (Hylotelephium)
Also known as : Stonecrops
Sedums are perennial succulents that are valuable food sources for butterflies and other pollinators. They are popular garden plants due to their attractive flowers that bloom in small clustered bouquets. Flowers range in colors depending on the species. They are drought-tolerant and thrive in a variety of conditions, making them good choices for groundcover.
Lifespan
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Perennial
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Succulent
info

Key Facts About Sedums

Attributes of Sedums

Planting Time
Spring, Fall
Plant Height
40 cm
Spread
40 cm
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Red
Purple
Pink
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃

Scientific Classification of Sedums

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Distribution of Sedums

Distribution Map of Sedums

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Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
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care detail

How to Grow and Care for Sedums

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Sedums, popularly known as Stonecrop, is a hardy, drought tolerant genus ideal for sunny garden spots. They require full sunlight exposure, minimal watering, and thrive in temperatures ranging from 16-24℃. They prefer well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5. Common challenges include root rot due to overwatering and insect pests like mealybugs. Seasonally, sedums benefits from deadheading in late winter/early spring while it's advisable to monitor moisture levels during hot, dry summer months to prevent desiccation.
More Info About Caring for Sedums
species

Exploring the Sedums Plants

8 most common species:
Hylotelephium telephium
Orpine
Orpine (Hylotelephium telephium) is a perennial succulent native to Eurasia. This species is often planted in gardens for ornamental purposes and grows best in gravelly or calcareous soils. In Finland, the orpine is an officially protected species because its leaves are the most important food source for the Apollo butterfly, the largest type of butterfly in that country.
Hylotelephium spectabile
Showy stonecrop
Showy stonecrop (Hylotelephium spectabile) is a perennial succulent native to China and Korea. Showy stonecrop is often cultivated as ground cover and valued for its drought tolerance. This species used to be classified as *Sedum spectabile, *and is also commonly known as butterfly stonecrop.
Hylotelephium erythrostictum
Garden stonecrop
Garden stonecrop (Hylotelephium erythrostictum) is a perennial herbaceous species that can be toxic to animals and humans. Garden stonecrop grows wild in China, Japan, Russia, and Korea in meadows and ravines within warm and temperate climates. This species is cultivated as a houseplant and grows ideally in moderate, well-drained soils. The plant's leaves will become weak and floppy if it is grown in too much shade or soil that is too rich.
Hylotelephium maximum
Orpine
Orpine (Hylotelephium maximum) is a succulent from Europe and western Asia, where it grows in sandy and rocky ground. It stores water in its leaves and tubers, which makes it drought-resistant. It is a low-maintenance plant for banks, gravel gardens, courtyards, and containers, and the flowers are enjoyed by bees.
Hylotelephium telephium subsp. telephium
Showy stonecrop
Showy stonecrop is loved for its scented summer flowers that attract butterflies. It makes a nice feature in rock gardens and also looks great in containers. It is often called "stonecrop" for its ability to grow on rocky ledges but is also known as "live-forever" for its vigorous growth and persistence in staying alive. Showy stonecrop used to be hung in rooms where a couple were to be married. If the stems grew together, the marriage was said to be blessed. If the stems grew apart, then the marriage prospects were bad.
Hylotelephium anacampseros
Evergreen orpine
Evergreen orpine (Hylotelephium anacampseros) is an herbaceous succulent plant that originates from Europe and is now a popular ornamental garden plant. The plant's scientific name anacampseros translates as turn back love, and this reflects the belief, still maintained by the plant's common name Love Restorer, that this plant can bring back lost love. The plant is a good choice for ground cover or for a green wall or roof for buildings.
Hylotelephium telephioides
Allegheny stonecrop
In the wild, allegheny stonecrop (Hylotelephium telephioides) grows on outcrops and ledges and its showy flowers attract pollinators. Allegheny stonecrop is also used in gardens as an ornamental, flowering in the summer. This plant can be toxic when ingested and can irritate the skin, so care should be taken around pets.
Hylotelephium verticillatum
Hylotelephium verticillatum
Hylotelephium verticillatum is a perennial succulent with fleshy leaves arranged in a whorled pattern, forming a mosaic-like rosette. Its stems are sturdy, crowned in summer with clusters of tiny, star-shaped pinkish flowers that attract pollinators. Thriving in well-drained soils and sunny spots, it's a drought-tolerant species that blooms even in gravelly substrates.

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Orpine
Hylotelephium telephium
Orpine
Orpine (Hylotelephium telephium) is a perennial succulent native to Eurasia. This species is often planted in gardens for ornamental purposes and grows best in gravelly or calcareous soils. In Finland, the orpine is an officially protected species because its leaves are the most important food source for the Apollo butterfly, the largest type of butterfly in that country.
Showy stonecrop
Hylotelephium spectabile
Showy stonecrop
Showy stonecrop (Hylotelephium spectabile) is a perennial succulent native to China and Korea. Showy stonecrop is often cultivated as ground cover and valued for its drought tolerance. This species used to be classified as *Sedum spectabile, *and is also commonly known as butterfly stonecrop.
Garden stonecrop
Hylotelephium erythrostictum
Garden stonecrop
Garden stonecrop (Hylotelephium erythrostictum) is a perennial herbaceous species that can be toxic to animals and humans. Garden stonecrop grows wild in China, Japan, Russia, and Korea in meadows and ravines within warm and temperate climates. This species is cultivated as a houseplant and grows ideally in moderate, well-drained soils. The plant's leaves will become weak and floppy if it is grown in too much shade or soil that is too rich.
Orpine
Hylotelephium maximum
Orpine
Orpine (Hylotelephium maximum) is a succulent from Europe and western Asia, where it grows in sandy and rocky ground. It stores water in its leaves and tubers, which makes it drought-resistant. It is a low-maintenance plant for banks, gravel gardens, courtyards, and containers, and the flowers are enjoyed by bees.
Showy stonecrop
Hylotelephium telephium subsp. telephium
Showy stonecrop
Showy stonecrop is loved for its scented summer flowers that attract butterflies. It makes a nice feature in rock gardens and also looks great in containers. It is often called "stonecrop" for its ability to grow on rocky ledges but is also known as "live-forever" for its vigorous growth and persistence in staying alive. Showy stonecrop used to be hung in rooms where a couple were to be married. If the stems grew together, the marriage was said to be blessed. If the stems grew apart, then the marriage prospects were bad.
Evergreen orpine
Hylotelephium anacampseros
Evergreen orpine
Evergreen orpine (Hylotelephium anacampseros) is an herbaceous succulent plant that originates from Europe and is now a popular ornamental garden plant. The plant's scientific name anacampseros translates as turn back love, and this reflects the belief, still maintained by the plant's common name Love Restorer, that this plant can bring back lost love. The plant is a good choice for ground cover or for a green wall or roof for buildings.
Allegheny stonecrop
Hylotelephium telephioides
Allegheny stonecrop
In the wild, allegheny stonecrop (Hylotelephium telephioides) grows on outcrops and ledges and its showy flowers attract pollinators. Allegheny stonecrop is also used in gardens as an ornamental, flowering in the summer. This plant can be toxic when ingested and can irritate the skin, so care should be taken around pets.
Hylotelephium verticillatum
Hylotelephium verticillatum
Hylotelephium verticillatum
Hylotelephium verticillatum is a perennial succulent with fleshy leaves arranged in a whorled pattern, forming a mosaic-like rosette. Its stems are sturdy, crowned in summer with clusters of tiny, star-shaped pinkish flowers that attract pollinators. Thriving in well-drained soils and sunny spots, it's a drought-tolerant species that blooms even in gravelly substrates.
Showy stonecrop 'Brilliant'
Hylotelephium spectabile 'Brilliant'
Showy stonecrop 'Brilliant'
Showy stonecrop 'Brilliant' is a robust, clump-forming perennial notable for its thick, succulent leaves and stems. As autumn approaches, the plant becomes a focal point in the garden with its large, vivid pink flower heads that attract bees and butterflies. The vibrant blooms contrast well against the grey-green foliage, making it a popular choice for borders and rock gardens. Its drought tolerance exemplifies how showy stonecrop 'Brilliant' thrives in well-drained soils, adapting to its environment with ease.
Orpine 'Purple Emperor'
Hylotelephium telephium 'Purple Emperor'
Orpine 'Purple Emperor'
Orpine 'Purple Emperor' is a garden favorite because it is late flowering, with its purple leaves, branches, and flowers bringing much-welcomed color to winter gardens. In contrast, the parent plant has paler flowers and greener leaves and stems. This plant enjoys full sunlight and thrives in well-drained soil.
Pink mongolian stonecrop
Hylotelephium ewersii
Pink mongolian stonecrop
Pink mongolian stonecrop is named for its flower color and central Asian origins. In its native Alpine forests and rocky crevices, it can be identified by its bright pink, summer-blooming flowers. These showy flowers have made it a popular ornamental, and it is well suited to containers and rock gardens or the front of borders.
Cliff-dwelling stonecrop
Hylotelephium cauticola
Cliff-dwelling stonecrop
A popular succulent for rock gardens, the cliff-dwelling stonecrop boasts much showier flowers than many succulents. It has won the Award of Garden Merit from Britain's Royal Horticultural Society.
Orpine 'Herbstfreude'
Hylotelephium telephium 'Herbstfreude'
Orpine 'Herbstfreude'
Orpine 'Herbstfreude' is a hardy, succulent perennial known for its robust, fleshy leaves and stout stems. In late summer to fall, it boasts dense, flat-topped clusters of starry, dusty pink flowers, which attract pollinators and provide late-season nectar. Thriving in well-drained soils, orpine 'Herbstfreude' is drought tolerant, with its water-storing leaves allowing it to endure dry conditions. Ideal for rock gardens or borders, it stands out with its autumnal bloom and sculptural form.
Showy stonecrop 'Stardust'
Hylotelephium spectabile 'Stardust'
Showy stonecrop 'Stardust'
Where the natural variety of showy stonecrop has pink flowers showy stonecrop 'Stardust' features broad star-shaped blooms that have petals of a stardust white. These flowers have much longer petals than those of the parent, and make a showy addition to flower borders, beds, informal gardens, and containers.
October daphne
Hylotelephium sieboldii
October daphne
October daphne is a species of stonecrop often grown as a potted plant with succulent leaves and unusual fuzzy pink flower clusters. Its species name, "Hylotelephium sieboldii", honors the German physician and botanist Philipp Franz von Siebold.
Sedum 'Lime Zinger'
Hylotelephium 'Lime Zinger'
Sedum 'Lime Zinger'
Sedum 'Lime Zinger' is a sedum with vibrant green foliage that turns red in full sun and clusters of pink flowers that bloom in late summer and fall. It was hybridized in Hudsonville, Michigan, as part of the SunSparkler Series. The name refers to the unique lime green shade of the foliage.
Hylotelephium subcapitatum
Hylotelephium subcapitatum
Hylotelephium subcapitatum
Hylotelephium subcapitatum is a hardy perennial succulent, thriving in rocky, well-drained soils where its drought-resistant nature is a boon for survival. It boasts compact rosettes of fleshy leaves and clusters of small, star-shaped flowers that bloom from late summer to autumn, drawing in pollinators. Its low-growing habit makes it a favorite in rock gardens and borders.
Hylotelephium caucasicum
Hylotelephium caucasicum
Hylotelephium caucasicum
Hylotelephium caucasicum is a hardy succulent that thrives in rocky alpine terrains, where its drought-resistant leaves form plush rosettes. In warmer months, hylotelephium caucasicum boasts clusters of star-shaped, soft-pink flowers that attract pollinators. Its ability to store water within thick leaves allows it to flourish in well-drained soils, despite harsh, sun-scorched conditions.
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Dracaena
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Ficus
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
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Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
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Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Solanum
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Rosa
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
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Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Hylotelephium
Also known as: Stonecrops
Sedums are perennial succulents that are valuable food sources for butterflies and other pollinators. They are popular garden plants due to their attractive flowers that bloom in small clustered bouquets. Flowers range in colors depending on the species. They are drought-tolerant and thrive in a variety of conditions, making them good choices for groundcover.
Lifespan
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Perennial
Plant Type
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Succulent
info

Key Facts About Sedums

Attributes of Sedums

Planting Time
Spring, Fall
Plant Height
40 cm
Spread
40 cm
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Red
Purple
Pink
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃

Scientific Classification of Sedums

distribution

Distribution of Sedums

Distribution Map of Sedums

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Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
care detail

How to Grow and Care for Sedums

Sedums, popularly known as Stonecrop, is a hardy, drought tolerant genus ideal for sunny garden spots. They require full sunlight exposure, minimal watering, and thrive in temperatures ranging from 16-24℃. They prefer well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5. Common challenges include root rot due to overwatering and insect pests like mealybugs. Seasonally, sedums benefits from deadheading in late winter/early spring while it's advisable to monitor moisture levels during hot, dry summer months to prevent desiccation.
More Info About Caring for Sedums
species

Exploring the Sedums Plants

8 most common species:
Hylotelephium telephium
Orpine
Orpine (Hylotelephium telephium) is a perennial succulent native to Eurasia. This species is often planted in gardens for ornamental purposes and grows best in gravelly or calcareous soils. In Finland, the orpine is an officially protected species because its leaves are the most important food source for the Apollo butterfly, the largest type of butterfly in that country.
Hylotelephium spectabile
Showy stonecrop
Showy stonecrop (Hylotelephium spectabile) is a perennial succulent native to China and Korea. Showy stonecrop is often cultivated as ground cover and valued for its drought tolerance. This species used to be classified as *Sedum spectabile, *and is also commonly known as butterfly stonecrop.
Hylotelephium erythrostictum
Garden stonecrop
Garden stonecrop (Hylotelephium erythrostictum) is a perennial herbaceous species that can be toxic to animals and humans. Garden stonecrop grows wild in China, Japan, Russia, and Korea in meadows and ravines within warm and temperate climates. This species is cultivated as a houseplant and grows ideally in moderate, well-drained soils. The plant's leaves will become weak and floppy if it is grown in too much shade or soil that is too rich.
Hylotelephium maximum
Orpine
Orpine (Hylotelephium maximum) is a succulent from Europe and western Asia, where it grows in sandy and rocky ground. It stores water in its leaves and tubers, which makes it drought-resistant. It is a low-maintenance plant for banks, gravel gardens, courtyards, and containers, and the flowers are enjoyed by bees.
Show More Species

All Species of Sedums

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More Popular Genus

Dracaena
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Ficus
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Rubus
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Acer
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Solanum
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Rosa
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Quercus
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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