Scientific Name
Phedimus kamtschaticus var. floriferum 'Weihenstephaner Gold'
Synonym(s)
Phedimus floriferus 'Weihenstephaner Gold', Sedum floriferum 'Weihenstephaner Gold', Sedum kamtschaticum var. floriferum 'Weihenstephaner Gold'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Umbiliceae
Genus: Phedimus
Origin
This popular cultivar of Phedimus kamtschaticus var. floriferum is probably a selection from Germany. It is named after an agricultural college in southern Germany.
Description
Phedimus kamtschaticus var. floriferum 'Weihenstephaner Gold', formerly known as Sedum kamtschaticum var. floriferum 'Weihenstephaner Gold', is a low-growing succulent with red ascending stems that bear fleshy, dark green, spoon-shaped leaves. It can grow up to 4 inches (10 cm) tall and spreads slowly by woody underground rhizomes. The new leaves emerge red in the spring, maturing to a bronzy green.
The flowers are yellow and age to an attractive golden orange. They are star-shaped and appear in clusters in summer, followed by red fruits.
How to Grow and Care for Phedimus kamtschaticus var. floriferum 'Weihenstephaner Gold'
Light: These light-loving plants will tolerate light or partial shade but prefer full sun and grow best in warmer environments.
Soil: Phedimus thrive in any well-drained soil. Good drainage is critical for preventing root rot or fungal diseases.
Hardiness: Phedimus kamtschaticus var. floriferum 'Weihenstephaner Gold' can withstand temperatures as low as -30 to 30 °F (-34.4 to -1.1 °C), USDA hardiness zones 4a to 9b.
Watering: The best way to water your Phedimus is to use the "soak and dry" method. Get the soil completely wet, and then wait until the soil is dry before watering again.
Fertilizing: Feed with low-balanced fertilizer to keep your plants happy and healthy. Use a diluted dose of half the strength recommended on the package.
Repotting: Repot your plants when they outgrow their current pot by moving them to a larger container to hold the plant better.
Propagation: Phedimus can be grown from seeds, division, or stem cuttings.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Phedimus.
Toxicity of Phedimus kamtschaticus var. floriferum 'Weihenstephaner Gold'
Phedimus plants can be mildly toxic to humans and animals.
Links
- Back to genus Phedimus
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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