Tasteless Stonecrop
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Tasteless Stonecrop
Sedum sexangulare
Tasteless Stonecrop is a fun little plant that grows in rocky places. Its tiny, green leaves are shaped like little fingers, and it can bloom with pretty yellow flowers in the summer!
Habitat: Urban areas
Appearance
The Tasteless Stonecrop is a low-growing succulent, forming dense mats of small, cylindrical, bright green leaves that often blush red in sun. It produces clusters of tiny, star-shaped, vibrant yellow flowers, making it visually distinct from most groundcovers.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSaxifragalesFamilyCrassulaceaeGenusSedum
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It stays bright green all year long, even when other plants lose their leaves.
Its scientific name means "six-angled stonecrop," referring to its unique leaf arrangement!
Some people call it "worm grass" because its leaves look like tiny green worms!
This tough plant can grow where almost nothing else will, even on green rooftops!
Special abilities
Ability
Water Warehouse
Tasteless Stonecrop has thick, succulent leaves that store water, helping it survive long dry spells.
Ability
Rock Hugger
Tasteless Stonecrop can grow roots into tiny cracks on rocks and walls, allowing it to thrive in tough, rocky places.
Ability
Green Carpet Creator
Tasteless Stonecrop spreads easily, forming a dense, evergreen mat that helps cover bare ground quickly.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-15 cm
- Spread
- 15-30 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer (June-August)
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
visits flowers for nectar
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
gathers pollen and nectar
eaten by
Vine weevil
Otiorhynchus sulcatus
larvae feed on roots
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.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
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.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always wash your hands after touching plants and don't eat them unless you know they're safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Tasteless Stonecrop?
5-15 cm
How wide does Tasteless Stonecrop spread?
15-30 cm
How big are the flowers on Tasteless Stonecrop?
0.5-1 cm
When does Tasteless Stonecrop bloom?
Summer (June-August)
Is Tasteless Stonecrop edible?
Yes
Is Tasteless Stonecrop toxic?
None
What is Tasteless Stonecrop's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Tasteless Stonecrop pollinated?
Insect
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