Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Crassulaceae

Genus:

Sedum

Species:

Sedum rupicola

USDA Symbol:

SERU3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Succulent

Height:

15 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

Ground Cover:

Yes

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Butterflies & Moths:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Caterpillars:

★☆☆☆☆ Recorded caterpillar host plant (HOSTS Database)

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies, bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky outcrops and cliffs

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require light to germinate; surface sow and do not cover.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI