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(Sedum dendroideum)
Tree Stonecrop (Sedum dendroideum)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Moore, Oklahoma
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 12" - 182" | 36" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 60°F - 101°F | 94°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 27°F - 63°F | 26°F | Your winter temperatures may be too cold for this plant | Too cold |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.
Summary
Sedum dendroideum, commonly known as Tree Stonecrop or False Hens-and-Chickens, is a succulent perennial herb native to rocky outcrops and dry slopes in Mexico. It typically grows to a height and width of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters), forming a shrub-like appearance with fleshy, evergreen leaves that turn red in winter. The plant produces clusters of star-shaped, bright yellow flowers during the winter and spring months, which are moderately showy and attract pollinators.
Tree Stonecrop is valued for its drought tolerance and unique foliage color, making it a popular choice for rock gardens, xeriscaping, and as a container plant. It thrives in full sun to part shade and requires very little water once established, preferring well-drained soils. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. It is also frost-sensitive and may require protection in colder climates.CC BY-SA 4.0
Tree Stonecrop is valued for its drought tolerance and unique foliage color, making it a popular choice for rock gardens, xeriscaping, and as a container plant. It thrives in full sun to part shade and requires very little water once established, preferring well-drained soils. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. It is also frost-sensitive and may require protection in colder climates.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Succulent, Shrub
- Height: 2-3 feet
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Winter, Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Very Low, Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Fire Resistant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Rocky outcrops and dry slopes in Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: False Hens-And-Chickens, Buskfetblad
Scientific Names: Sedum dendroideum
GBIF Accepted Name: Sedum dendroideum Moc. & Sessé ex DC.