Reflexed Stonecrop
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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.
Habitat: Rocky areas
Appearance
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.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSaxifragalesFamilyCrassulaceaeGenusPetrosedum
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
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!
Special abilities
Ability
Water Storage Power
Reflexed Stonecrop has plump, succulent leaves that store water, helping it survive long dry periods without rain.
Ability
Rock Gripping Roots
Reflexed Stonecrop can grow in cracks and rocky places because its roots cleverly anchor into tiny crevices for stability.
Ability
Sun Protection Shield
Reflexed Stonecrop's leaves often develop a reddish tint in strong sunlight, acting like a natural sunscreen.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-20 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2 cm
- Bloom Season
- June to August
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
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
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
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.
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Reflexed Stonecrop?
10-20 cm
How wide does Reflexed Stonecrop spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Reflexed Stonecrop?
1-2 cm
When does Reflexed Stonecrop bloom?
June to August
Is Reflexed Stonecrop edible?
Yes
Is Reflexed Stonecrop toxic?
None
What is Reflexed Stonecrop's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Reflexed Stonecrop pollinated?
Insect
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