Sedum spectabile

Plant Details

Scientific name: Sedum spectabile

Also known as: Ice plant

Images: Google Images

Layer: Herb layer, Soil

Format: Smal

Height: 0.40 m

Width: 0.40 m

Growth Rate: -

Leaf: -

USDA Hardiness: 5-9

Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral Basic

Light:
Sun

Edible part:
Leaves

Edibility:
(2)

Medicinal:
(1)

Features:
Bee plant, Ground cover, Fragrant

Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked. They have a slimy texture but taste fairly neutral.

Start Harvest: 15/08

End of Harvest: 15/10

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Guild	Description
Diospyros lotus Date Plum	Diospyros lotus can provide shade and help maintain moisture around Sedum spectabile, while also attracting beneficial insects.
Diospyros virginiana American Persimmon	Diospyros virginiana can enhance biodiversity by providing habitat for various creatures and stabilizing the soil around Sedum spectabile.
Malus prunifolia Chinese Apple, Plumleaf crab apple	Malus prunifolia can help deter pests and attract pollinators, benefiting Sedum spectabile's growth and yield.
Morus nigra Black Mulberry	Morus nigra can provide a food source for birds and other wildlife, promoting a healthy ecosystem around Sedum spectabile.
Carya laciniosa Shellbark Hickory	Carya laciniosa can enhance the nutrient content of the soil, supporting the growth of Sedum spectabile.
Salix fragilis Crack Willow	Salix fragilis can improve soil structure and increase humidity, which is beneficial for Sedum spectabile.
Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn, Oneseed hawthorn	Crataegus monogyna can provide support for climbing plants and offer additional habitat for wildlife, enhancing the ecosystem surrounding Sedum spectabile.
Carya illinoinensis Pecans	Rhamnus frangula can provide additional organic matter to the soil and attract beneficial insects, helping Sedum spectabile thrive.