Crassulaceae
tasteless stonecrop: Ground Cover Plant
Sedum sexangulare
Give it full sun to very light shade, plant it in gritty, well-draining soil, and water only once the soil has dried out completely. It tolerates neglect, poor soil and harsh winters, but will not tolerate standing water.
Every 14 days
Bright indirect
-34° - 35°C
30% - 50%
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What is tasteless stonecrop?
tasteless stonecrop (Sedum sexangulare) is a easy-care plant from the Crassulaceae family. Sedum sexangulare, commonly called tasteless stonecrop, is a mat-forming evergreen succulent groundcover native to Europe and western Asia. Its cylindrical, densely packed leaves spiral around each stem in six distinctive rows, giving rise to the epithet "sexangulare" (six-angled). Unlike the relate...
tasteless stonecrop grows up to 15cm, spread of 45cm, watering every 14 days, -34°C – 35°C, 30–50% humidity. It is suitable for indoor environments and safe for pets.
Unlike many tropical plants, tasteless stonecrop tolerates watering mistakes. Best for beginners. Unlike many popular species, tasteless stonecrop is safe to keep around pets. Without adequate drainage, root rot can develop within 28 days.
How to Care for tasteless stonecrop?
TLDR: tasteless stonecrop needs Bright indirect, watering every 14 days, and temperatures between -34-35°C with 30-50% humidity.
How Often Should You Water tasteless stonecrop?
Water deeply, then let the soil dry out completely before watering again; in winter, water only enough to keep the mat from shriveling. Overwatering is the main cause of root and stem rot.
How Much Light Does tasteless stonecrop Need?
Full sun produces the tightest, most colorful mats and the best flowering; it also tolerates a few hours of light shade but grows looser and blooms less.
What Is the Best Soil for tasteless stonecrop?
Use a sandy, gritty, well-draining mix — add perlite or coarse grit to standard potting soil. It thrives even in poor, rocky soil as long as drainage is excellent.
What Pot Should You Use for tasteless stonecrop?
Shallow terracotta pans or unglazed clay containers with large drainage holes suit its shallow, spreading root system best.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 90 days
What Is tasteless stonecrop and Where Does It Come From?
Sedum sexangulare, commonly called tasteless stonecrop, is a mat-forming evergreen succulent groundcover native to Europe and western Asia. Its cylindrical, densely packed leaves spiral around each stem in six distinctive rows, giving rise to the epithet "sexangulare" (six-angled). Unlike the related Sedum acre, its foliage lacks a peppery taste, hence the common name. From June to August it bears abundant star-shaped, bright yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. Extremely cold-hardy (USDA zones 3-9) and drought-tolerant, it forms a dense, fast-spreading, moss-like mat prized for rock gardens, green roofs and erosion control.
How to Propagate tasteless stonecrop?
Stem cutting
Sedum stems root readily even lying flat on soil; avoid overwatering while roots establish.
- 1 Snip a 5-8 cm stem tip from a healthy plant.
- 2 Let the cut end callus over for 1-2 days in a dry, shaded spot.
- 3 Lay or lightly plant the cutting on top of well-draining soil.
- 4 Keep the soil barely moist until roots form.
Materials needed:
Division
Division gives an instant-size new patch and is the fastest way to fill bare spots.
- 1 Lift a mature mat and gently pull it apart into rooted sections.
- 2 Replant each section immediately in well-draining soil.
- 3 Water lightly to settle the soil.
Materials needed:
How Big Does tasteless stonecrop Grow?
TLDR: tasteless stonecrop can reach up to 15cm tall with Fast growth rate.
Max height
15cm
Spread
45cm
Growth rate
Fast
Foliage
Evergreen
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
Ground Cover
Soil coverage
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What Diseases Commonly Affect tasteless stonecrop?
TLDR: tasteless stonecrop is susceptible to 6 known diseases. Monitor regularly for early detection.
Root Rot
Root rot is a serious fungal disease that affects the root system of plants, causing them to decay and die. It is primarily caused by overwatering, poor drainage, or soil-borne fungi such as Pythium, Phytophthora, Rhizoctonia, and Fusarium. The disease thrives in waterlogged conditions where roots are deprived of oxygen, making them susceptible to fungal infection.
Powdery Mildew
Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease caused by various fungi species including Erysiphe, Podosphaera, Oïdium, and Leveillula. It affects over 10,000 plant species worldwide. The disease thrives in warm, dry climates with high humidity and appears as a distinctive white powdery coating on plant surfaces.
Rust
Rust is a common fungal disease caused by fungi in the order Pucciniales that affects a wide variety of plants. The disease gets its name from the characteristic orange, yellow, or reddish-brown pustules that appear on leaves, resembling metal rust. This obligate fungal parasite requires living plants to survive and can cause significant economic losses in agricultural crops.
Aphids
Aphids are small, soft-bodied, pear-shaped insects (1/16 to 1/8 inch long) that feed by sucking nutrient-rich sap from plants. They reproduce rapidly and can quickly weaken plants, causing distorted growth and transmitting plant viruses. Aphids come in various colors including green, black, red, yellow, brown, and gray. They secrete honeydew, a sticky substance that attracts ants and encourages sooty mold growth.
Meaning & Symbolism
As a hardy stonecrop that thrives on bare rock and neglect, it is often associated with resilience, endurance and quiet persistence.
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Sources & References
- World of Succulents - Sedum sexangulare
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder
- Wikipedia - Sedum sexangulare
- Plants of the World Online (Kew) - Sedum sexangulare
- Jardineria On - Sedum sexangulare
- PNW Plant Disease Handbook - Sedum Powdery Mildew
- PNW Plant Disease Handbook - Sedum Root Rot and Stem Rot
- Growli - Sedum ASPCA pet-safe reference
