Plant Details

Sedum telephium

Orpine

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General Information

Scientific name: Sedum telephium
Also known as: Orpine

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous, Ground cover
Size: Small
Height: 0.50 m
Width: 0.30 m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Well-drained, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Shade, Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Root
Edibility:
(1)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Bee forage

Description

Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked and are sometimes added to salads. Carrots are cooked and used in soups, stews, and other dishes.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09
End of Harvest: 31/10