Family: Crassulaceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Cent. Pl. I: 12 (1755)
Year: 1755
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Sedum
Vegetable: False
Observations: SC. & S. Europe to Iran and Arabian Pen.
Description
Spanish stonecrop, scientifically known as Sedum hispanicum, is a remarkable member of the Crassulaceae family. Described by the renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus in 1755, this plant has captivated botanists and garden enthusiasts alike for centuries. It holds a notable presence across Southern and Central Europe, extending its reach all the way to Iran and the Arabian Peninsula.
Sedum hispanicum thrives in rocky, arid environments, displaying a robust adaptability that enables it to flourish in regions where other plants may struggle. This perennial succulent is admired not just for its hardiness, but also for its charming aesthetic. It typically forms low-growing mats of fleshy, blue-green leaves, which sometimes take on a reddish hue under various environmental conditions.
During the blooming season, Spanish stonecrop adorns itself with a profusion of tiny, star-shaped flowers. These blossoms, often white or pinkish in color, create a delicate contrast against the plant’s more subdued foliage, adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to rock gardens and dry landscapes.
Beyond its visual appeal, Sedum hispanicum is also valued for its minimal care requirements. Its ability to withstand drought and poor soil conditions makes it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, yet visually attractive, plant options. Whether used as ground cover, in rockeries, or as part of xeriscaping projects, Spanish stonecrop is a versatile addition to any plant collection.
In summary, Sedum hispanicum, or Spanish stonecrop, is not only a resilient and aesthetically pleasing plant but also a historical botanical subject. Its adaptability to diverse and often challenging environments underscores its enduring appeal and relevance in both horticulture and natural settings across a broad geographic range.
Common Names
Deu: blaugrüne fetthenne, spanische fetthenne
Dan: bleg stenurt
Lit: ispaninis šilokas
Eng: orpin d’espagne, spanish stonecrop
Fra: orpin d’espagne
Swe: blek fetknopp, espanjanmaksaruoho
Fin: espanjanmaksaruoho
Nob: gråbergknapp
Nno: gråbergknapp
Ces: rozchodník španělský
Nld: spaans vetkruid
Cym: briweg sbaen
En: Spanish stonecrop, Orpin d’Espagne
Ar: سدم إسباني
Bg: Испанска тлъстига
Cs: Rozchodník španělský
Da: Bleg stenurt
Nl: Spaans vetkruid
Et: Hispaania kukehari
Fi: Espanjanmaksaruoho
Fr: Orpin d’Espagne
De: Blaugrüne Fetthenne, Spanische Fetthenne, Spanischer Mauerpfeffer
He: צורית ספרדית
Hu: Deres varjúháj
It: Borracina glauca
Lt: Ispaninis šilokas
Nb: Gråbergknapp
Nn: Gråbergknapp
Pl: Rozchodnik siny
Sv: Blek fetknopp, Espanjanmaksaruoho
Cy: Briweg Sbaen
Synonyms
- Sedum aristatum (Ten.)
- Sedum heptapetalum (Fisch. ex Hornem.)
- Sedum pseudohispanicum (Strobl)
- Sedum sexfidum (M.Bieb.)
- Sedum longibracteatum (Fröd.)
- Sedum hispanicum var. semiglabrum (Fröd.)
- Sedum hispanicum var. leiocarpum (Sommier & Levier)
- Sedum hungaricum (Poir.)
- Sedum hispanicum var. eriocarpum (Sommier & Levier)
- Sedum glaucum var. leiocarpum (Boiss.)
- Sedum hispanicum var. buxbaumii (Griseb.)
- Sedum whitmannii (Mast.)
- Sedum hispanicum var. minus (Praeger)
- Sedum boissieri (Davidov)
- Sedum pallidum (Ten.)
- Sedum hispanicum f. durabile (Afferni)
- Sedum hispanicum var. glaucum (Waldst. & Kit. ex Niederle)
- Sedum armenum (Boiss. & A.Huet)
- Sedum orientale (Boiss.)
- Sedum antiquum (Omelczuk & Zaver.)
- Sedum andersonii (G.Don)
- Sedum hispanicum var. planifolium (D.F.Chamb.)
- Sedum witmannii (Mast.)
- Sedum wightmannianum (Mast.)
Distribution
- Albania (native)
- Austria (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- East Aegean Is. (native)
- Greece (native)
- Gulf States (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Iran (native)
- Iraq (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kriti (native)
- Lebanon-Syria (native)
- Oman (native)
- Palestine (native)
- Romania (native)
- Saudi Arabia (native)
- Sicilia (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Turkey-in-Europe (native)
- Turkmenistan (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Yemen (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Baltic States (introduced)
- Czechoslovakia (introduced)
- Finland (introduced)
- Germany (introduced)
- Great Britain (introduced)
- Japan (introduced)
- Masachusettes (introduced)
- Michigan (introduced)
- New York (introduced)
- Norway (introduced)
- Ontario (introduced)
- Québec (introduced)
- South European Russi (introduced)
- Sweden (introduced)
- Utah (introduced)
- Vermont (introduced)
Additional Images
Leaf
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Flower
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Habit
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Fruit
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Bark
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Other
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Taken Jul 15, 2019 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2019 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:275520-1)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5361982)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Sedum hispanicum L.)
Specifications
Growth habit: Forb/herb