Reflexed Stonecrop

Petrosedum rupestre

Reflexed Stonecrop is a small, hardy plant that grows in rocky places. It has thick, fleshy leaves and bright yellow flowers that bloom in summer, making it a cheerful sight in gardens and on cliffs.

Hábitat: Rocky areas

Aspecto

The Reflexed Stonecrop has distinctive blue-green, needle-like leaves that curve backward, giving it a unique texture. It produces clusters of small, star-shaped, bright yellow flowers that bloom above the foliage.

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Reflexed Stonecrop

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Datos interesantes

Each tiny, star-shaped yellow flower has five petals, creating a perfect mini star!

Gardeners often use this tough plant as living 'green roof' insulation!

Its scientific name 'rupestre' cleverly means 'rock-loving', perfect for where it grows!

Some people call it 'Jenny's Stonecrop' because it spreads so easily!

Habilidades especiales

Reflexed Stonecrop has plump, succulent leaves that store water, helping it survive long dry periods without rain.

Reflexed Stonecrop can grow in cracks and rocky places because its roots cleverly anchor into tiny crevices for stability.

Reflexed Stonecrop's leaves often develop a reddish tint in strong sunlight, acting like a natural sunscreen.

Medidas y detalles

Altura: 10-20 cm
Extensión: 30-60 cm
Tamaño de la flor: 1-2 cm
Temporada de floración: June to August
Comestible: Sí
Toxicidad: Ninguna
Ciclo de vida: Perenne
Método de polinización: Insectos

Conexiones ecológicas

pollinates

Honey bee

Apis mellifera

collects nectar and pollen

pollinates

Buff-tailed bumblebee

Bombus terrestris

gathers nectar and pollen

eaten by

Grey field slug

Deroceras reticulatum

grazes on succulent leaves

Rasgos

Floración

Las plantas con flores son cualquier planta que produce flores como parte de su ciclo reproductivo.

Floración de verano

Las plantas de floración de verano producen sus flores durante la temporada estival, a menudo aportando un color vibrante cuando muchas otras plantas ya han terminado de florecer.