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woodland stonecrop
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woodland stonecrop
Sedum ternatum
Woodland stonecrop is a small, green plant that loves to grow in shady spots. It has pretty, star-shaped flowers that bloom in spring and summer, making it a lovely addition to gardens and woodlands.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The woodland stonecrop is a low-growing succulent plant with bright green, fleshy leaves arranged in whorls of three. It produces delicate clusters of star-shaped white flowers, often tinged with pink, on upright stems, creating a charming carpet.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSaxifragalesFamilyCrassulaceaeGenusSedum
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
In very sunny or cold conditions, its green leaves can turn a beautiful reddish-bronze color!
Its scientific name, 'ternatum', means 'in threes' because its leaves grow in groups of three!
Tiny ants sometimes carry its seeds to new spots, helping the plant spread its offspring around.
You might find it growing on mossy rocks or fallen logs, adding green life to shaded forests.
Special abilities
Ability
Water Storage Master
Woodland stonecrop has thick, fleshy leaves that store water, helping it survive dry spells and rocky habitats.
Ability
Soil Superpower
This plant can thrive in poor, shallow soils where other plants struggle, using minimal nutrients to grow.
Ability
Creeping Colonizer
Woodland stonecrop can root from its spreading stems, allowing it to quickly form a dense groundcover.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-15 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late spring to early summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
honey bee
Apis mellifera
Visits flowers for nectar
pollinates
common eastern bumble bee
Bombus impatiens
Collects pollen and nectar
pollinates
sweat bee
Lasioglossum vierecki
Tiny bees visit small flowers
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
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.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always ask an adult before touching or picking plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is woodland stonecrop?
5-15 cm
How wide does woodland stonecrop spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on woodland stonecrop?
0.5-1 cm
When does woodland stonecrop bloom?
Late spring to early summer
Is woodland stonecrop edible?
Yes
Is woodland stonecrop toxic?
Mild
What is woodland stonecrop's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is woodland stonecrop pollinated?
Insect
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