



Sedum oreganum
Oregon Stonecrop is a cheerful little plant that loves to grow in rocky places. It has thick, green leaves and bright yellow flowers that attract bees and butterflies.
Habitat: Mountain regions
The Oregon Stonecrop is a low-growing succulent perennial featuring fleshy, paddle-shaped leaves that can range from bright green to reddish-bronze. Its star-shaped, bright yellow flowers bloom in clusters above the foliage, creating a vibrant carpet.




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Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Its tiny flowers attract many small helpful insects, like a tiny bee buffet!
It’s sometimes called 'Pacific stonecrop' because it loves the Pacific Northwest coast!
Native peoples once munched on its tangy leaves as a snack or spring tonic!
This plant can grow a living 'carpet' that helps protect the soil from washing away!
Oregon Stonecrop has thick, fleshy leaves that store water, helping it survive long periods without rain.
Oregon Stonecrop can grow in shallow, rocky soils where other plants struggle, thanks to its tough, adaptable roots.
Oregon Stonecrop's leaves can blush brilliant red or orange when exposed to strong sunlight or cold temperatures.
Apis mellifera
collects nectar and pollen

Ariolimax columbianus
grazes on its succulent leaves
Bombus occidentalis
a key native pollinator
Pterostichus melanarius
finds cover under its dense mats
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Succulent plants have thickened, fleshy parts, usually leaves or stems, adapted to store water in arid climates.
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
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Danger
1/5 · Very low
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5-15 cm
30-60 cm
0.5-1 cm
Late spring to summer
Yes
None
Perennial
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