Stringy Stonecrop
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Stringy Stonecrop
Sedum sarmentosum
Stringy Stonecrop is a fun, green plant that grows close to the ground. It has long, stringy leaves and tiny yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. This plant is great for gardens and can even grow in rocky places!
Habitat: Urban areas
Appearance
The Stringy Stonecrop is a low-growing succulent groundcover with creeping stems and small, fleshy, bright green leaves arranged in whorls. Its star-shaped, vibrant yellow flowers bloom in clusters above the foliage, creating a cheerful, mat-like carpet.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSaxifragalesFamilyCrassulaceaeGenusSedum
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
5
Interesting facts
It's like nature's living carpet, growing low to the ground!
Its scientific name, 'Sedum', means 'to sit' – because it hugs the ground!
Some people actually eat its crunchy leaves in salads!
This plant can grow right out of cracks in concrete!
Special abilities
Ability
Water Batteries
Stringy Stonecrop has 'Water Batteries' in its fleshy leaves that help it store moisture, allowing it to thrive in dry conditions.
Ability
Root on the Run
Stringy Stonecrop can 'Root on the Run' by sending out stems that root as they spread, helping it cover ground quickly and firmly.
Ability
Clone Power
Stringy Stonecrop has 'Clone Power' allowing small pieces of its stem to easily root and grow into new plants, spreading its reach.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-15 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late_spring-early_summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen from its flowers.
pollinates
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
Visits its bright yellow blooms for nectar.
eaten by
Humans
Homo sapiens
Sometimes eaten as a garnish or vegetable.
Traits
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Also known as
No aliases listed yet.
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always wash your hands after touching plants, just to be safe!
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify Stringy Stonecrop?
The easiest way to identify Stringy Stonecrop is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
How tall is Stringy Stonecrop?
5-15 cm
How wide does Stringy Stonecrop spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Stringy Stonecrop?
0.5-1.5 cm
When does Stringy Stonecrop bloom?
Late_spring-early_summer
Is Stringy Stonecrop edible?
Yes
Is Stringy Stonecrop toxic?
None
What is Stringy Stonecrop's lifecycle?
Perennial
Snap Map
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Recent Snaps
Jun 7, 2026
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardensi
Photo attribution
(c) toad-wife, some rights reserved (CC BY)
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