Scientific Name
Sedum pachyphyllum 'Cristatum'
Accepted Scientific Name
Sedum pachyphyllum Rose
Synonym(s)
Sedum pachyphyllum f. cristatum
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Sedum
Origin
Sedum pachyphyllum 'Cristatum' is a form of Sedum pachyphyllum selected for its mutated growth.
Description
Sedum pachyphyllum 'Cristatum' is a slow-growing succulent subshrub with club-shaped leaves densely packed along flattened branches. Although smaller than the normal Sedum pachyphyllum, it is still beautiful and often more interesting. The leaves are blue-green with a powdery coating and often have red tips. They are also smaller than the leaves of the normal form. As the branches age, they tend to lose their lower leaves. Each specimen displays a unique shape; some growths remain stable, while others may revert to the normal form.
How to Grow and Care for Sedum pachyphyllum 'Cristatum'
Light: This succulent grows best in locations where it will enjoy the full sun for at least six hours daily. It will tolerate partial shade but will not thrive in deep shade. Keep your indoor plant in a sunny window or under artificial lights.
Soil: S. pachyphyllum 'Cristatum' does not like to sit in waterlogged soil, so drainage is essential to prevent root rot. Choose a well-draining soil mix.
Temperature: This plant is tolerant of heat and freezing temperatures. S. pachyphyllum 'Cristatum' can withstand temperatures as low as 20 °F (-6.7 °C). USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 9a to 11b, 20 to 50 °F (-6.7 to 10 °C).
Watering: Water thoroughly from spring through fall and wait for the soil to dry out before watering again. In winter, water your plant just enough to keep it from shriveling. Avoid wetting the leaves, stems, and flowers when watering.
Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced organic fertilizer in spring. Feeding is unnecessary if the plant is divided annually and provided with fresh soil.
Repotting: When your plant outgrows its current pot, move it to a larger container to better support it. Spring is the best time to repot S. pachyphyllum 'Cristatum'. Make sure the soil is dry before you begin repotting.
Propagation: This succulent is propagated by taking stem cuttings in spring when it is in active growth.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Sedum.
Toxicity of Sedum pachyphyllum 'Cristatum'
S. pachyphyllum 'Cristatum' is not listed as toxic for people but can be mildly toxic to pets and children.
Links
- Back to genus Sedum
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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