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Orange Stonecrop (Phedimus kamtschaticus)

Orange Stonecrop (Phedimus kamtschaticus) is a low-growing succulent perennial with attractive foliage and bright yellow-orange star-shaped flowers that bloom in summer.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix, or a sandy loam. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix, or a sandy loam. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Can tolerate some frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent, Creeper

Plant Category

Ornamental, Foliage, Flowering

Plant Place Type

Groundcover, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-20 cm

Spread

30-60 cm

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green, Bronze

Leaf Type

Succulent

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Aizopsis florifera (Praeger) P.V.Heath
Aizopsis kamtschatica (Fisch.) Grulich
Aizopsis kurilensis (Vorosch.) S.B.Gontch.
Aizopsis takesimensis (Nakai) P.V.Heath
Phedimus florifer (Praeger) 't Hart
Phedimus kurilensis (Vorosch.) A.A.Gontch.
Phedimus takesimensis (Nakai) 't Hart
Sedum eooacombianum Praeger
Sedum floriferum Praeger
Sedum kamtschaticum Fisch.
Sedum kurilense Vorosch.
Sedum takesimense Nakai
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSaxifragales
  • familyCrassulaceae
  • genusPhedimus
  • speciesPhedimus kamtschaticus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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