Sedum morganianum (Donkey's Tail, Jelly Bean, Burro's Tail)


Botanical Information

FamilyCrassulaceae
GenusSedum
Speciesmorganianum
CategoryTropicals
OriginSouthwestern United States to Northwestern Mexico.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone11b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-20
Temperature (°F)5
Height0.3 m - 1 m
Spread0.1 m - 0.3 m
GrowthMedium

Description and Growing Information

ShapeHanging.
LandscapeAs a hanging potted patio or indoor plant or as a specimen.
PropagationCuttings both from leaf and stem.
CultivationPlant in loose, well-draining loamy to sandy soil with cactus mix in partial to full sun.
Notable SpecimensCentennial Conservatory, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatPartially sunny, rocky cliffs and rocky outcroppings.
Bark/Stem DescriptionSmooth glabrous stem with a thin layer of pale sediment.
Leaf DescriptionGlobose-ovoid succulent leaves that grow oppositely along stems.

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