P36 – Tisocalatengo Gorge Sedum / Sedum Clavatum

Sedum clavatum:

• Common Name: Stonecrop
• Family: Crassulaceae

Characteristics:

1. Leaves: Sedum clavatum has fleshy, cylindrical, or club-shaped leaves. The leaves are typically green but can take on reddish or purplish tones, especially when exposed to bright sunlight or during stress.
2. Growth Habit: This succulent has a low-growing, spreading habit. It forms dense mats or clusters, making it suitable for ground cover.
3. Flowers: Sedum clavatum produces small, star-shaped flowers that can vary in color, including shades of pink, white, or yellow. The flowers typically appear in clusters during the flowering season.

Care Tips:

• Light: Provide bright, indirect sunlight. Sedum clavatum does well in full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
• Watering: Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Water sparingly, especially during the dormant winter months.
• Soil: Plant in well-draining succulent or cactus mix to prevent waterlogging.
• Temperature: It thrives in warm temperatures but can tolerate some cold. Protect from frost, especially during winter.
• Propagation: Sedum clavatum can be propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus before planting in well-draining soil.
• Fertilization: Feed with a diluted, balanced succulent fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer). Avoid fertilizing in the fall and winter.