Hylotelephium spectabile

Sedum

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Common Name:

Sedum

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

60 cm

Sedum (Hylotelephium spectabile) - Description

Hylotelephium spectabile (formerly called Sedum spectabile) is a species of flowering plant in the stonecrop family Crassulaceae, native to China and Korea. Its common names include showy stonecrop, ice plant, and butterfly stone crop. Growing to 45 cm (18 in) tall and broad, it is an herbaceous perennial with alternate, simple, toothed leaves on erect, unbranched succulent stems.

Sedum (Hylotelephium spectabile) - Planting

Sow seeds in autumn but provide protection from the cold during the first winter. Planting indoors with sufficient light can provide that protection. In colder climates, sow the seeds in spring.

Sedum (Hylotelephium spectabile) - Pest

Prone to scale, mealybugs, slugs snails.

Sedum (Hylotelephium spectabile) - Interesting facts

While some species are occasionally used in salads or as an herb in Europe, others are toxic and may cause irritation through paralysis.

Sedum (Hylotelephium spectabile) - Soil and irrigation

Does best with well-drained, average to rich soil. Will also grow in poor, dry soil.