Lanceleaf Stonecrop
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Lanceleaf Stonecrop
Sedum lanceolatum
Lanceleaf Stonecrop is a fun, green plant that grows in rocky places. Its leaves are long and pointy, and it can bloom with pretty yellow flowers in the summer!
Habitat: Rocky areas
Appearance
The Lanceleaf Stonecrop has thick, fleshy, lance-shaped leaves that can appear green, reddish, or bluish, often clustered on low-growing stems. Its bright yellow, star-shaped flowers bloom in dense clusters, standing out vividly against the succulent foliage.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSaxifragalesFamilyCrassulaceaeGenusSedum
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Its leaves can blush bright red or purple when soaking up lots of sunshine!
Lanceleaf Stonecrop's flowers glow with nectar, a sweet treat for thirsty bees!
Some people say its juicy leaves taste a bit tart, like a wild green snack!
This plant is tough enough to sprout and grow in tiny cracks of solid rock!
Special abilities
Ability
Water Battery Leaves
Lanceleaf Stonecrop has plump, succulent leaves that store precious water, allowing it to thrive in very dry places.
Ability
Rock Gripper Roots
Lanceleaf Stonecrop can anchor itself in tiny rock crevices, surviving where most plants can't find soil.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-20 cm
- Spread
- 10-30 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late spring to late summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honeybee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen from its flowers.
pollinates
Painted Lady
Vanessa cardui
Visits flowers for nectar, aiding in pollination.
eaten by
Mule Deer
Odocoileus hemionus
May nibble its drought-resistant leaves when food is scarce.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Ornamental
Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Succulent
Succulent plants have thickened, fleshy parts, usually leaves or stems, adapted to store water in arid climates.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch wild plants unless you have an adult with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Lanceleaf Stonecrop?
5-20 cm
How wide does Lanceleaf Stonecrop spread?
10-30 cm
How big are the flowers on Lanceleaf Stonecrop?
0.5-1.5 cm
When does Lanceleaf Stonecrop bloom?
Late spring to late summer
Is Lanceleaf Stonecrop edible?
Yes
Is Lanceleaf Stonecrop toxic?
None
What is Lanceleaf Stonecrop's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Lanceleaf Stonecrop pollinated?
Insect
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Where to spot
Park1 sightings1 species
British Columbia, CA
Stagleap Provincial Park
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British Columbia, CA
E.C. Manning Provincial Park
You might spot White Pasqueflower and Columbian Ground Squirrel.
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British Columbia, CA
Sabine Channel Provincial Park
You might spot Harbor Seal, Evergreen Huckleberry, and Alumroots.
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