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Description
Hylotelephium Telephium, also known as Sedum telephium, is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It belongs to the Crassulaceae family and is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The plant can grow up to 60cm tall and has fleshy leaves that are green or purple in color. It produces clusters of small pink or red flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Hylotelephium |
Appearance
Hylotelephium Telephium has fleshy leaves that are oval-shaped and can grow up to 10cm long. The leaves are green or purple in color and have a slightly waxy texture. The plant produces clusters of small pink or red flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall. The flowers are star-shaped and can grow up to 1cm in diameter. The plant can grow up to 60cm tall and has a bushy, upright habit.
Care Guide
Water
Hylotelephium Telephium prefers well-draining soil and does not like to be overwatered. Water the plant deeply once a week during the growing season and reduce watering in the winter.
Fertilization
Fertilize Hylotelephium Telephium once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Soil
Hylotelephium Telephium prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic. Amend heavy clay soils with sand or perlite to improve drainage.
Sunlight
Hylotelephium Telephium prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as well.
Hardiness Zones
Hylotelephium Telephium is hardy in USDA zones 3-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Hylotelephium Telephium is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered. Common pests that may affect the plant include aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites. Treat infestations with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Habitat
Hylotelephium Telephium is native to Europe and Asia and grows in a variety of habitats, including meadows, rocky slopes, and woodland edges. It prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate drought conditions.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Hylotelephium Telephium be propagated from cuttings?
A: Yes, Hylotelephium Telephium can be propagated from stem cuttings taken in the spring or early summer.
Q: How often should Hylotelephium Telephium be fertilized?
A: Fertilize Hylotelephium Telephium once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: Is Hylotelephium Telephium a drought-tolerant plant?
A: Yes, Hylotelephium Telephium can tolerate drought conditions.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Hylotelephium Telephium?
A: Hylotelephium Telephium is hardy in USDA zones 3-9.
Related Plants
– Hylotelephium spectabile- Hylotelephium erythrostictum- Hylotelephium ‘Matrona’- Hylotelephium ‘Autumn Joy’
References
– “Hylotelephium telephium.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=h610.- “Sedum telephium.” PlantFiles, Dave’s Garden, davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/1797/.
