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Description
Sedum Adolphii is a perennial, succulent plant that belongs to the Crassulaceae family. This plant is native to Mexico and is commonly known as Golden Sedum or Golden Glow. The leaves of the Sedum Adolphii are fleshy and grow in a rosette pattern, with leaves measuring up to 7cm long and 2cm wide. The plant’s stems are yellowish-green and can grow up to 30cm long. During the summer months, the Sedum Adolphii produces small, star-shaped yellow flowers.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Sedum |
Appearance
The Sedum Adolphii is a very attractive plant, with its bright green and yellow leaves. The leaves are thick and fleshy, with a glossy texture. The plant’s stems are thin and delicate, with a yellowish-green color. During the summer months, the Sedum Adolphii produces small, star-shaped yellow flowers that grow in clusters at the end of the stems. The plant can grow up to 30cm long and 20cm wide, making it a great addition to any indoor or outdoor garden.
Care Guide
The Sedum Adolphii is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips for keeping your Sedum Adolphii healthy:
- Water: Water your Sedum Adolphii sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between watering.
- Fertilization: Fertilize your Sedum Adolphii once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
- Soil: Plant your Sedum Adolphii in well-draining soil, such as cactus soil or a mixture of sand and potting soil.
- Sunlight: The Sedum Adolphii requires bright, indirect sunlight, but can tolerate some direct sunlight.
- Hardiness Zones: The Sedum Adolphii is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Sedum Adolphii is susceptible to a few common pests and diseases:
- Mealybugs: These pests can be identified by the white, cottony masses they leave on the plant. They can be treated with insecticidal soap.
- Scale: These pests can be identified by the gray, waxy bumps they leave on the plant. They can be treated with insecticidal soap or rubbing alcohol.
- Root rot: This disease is caused by overwatering and can be treated by allowing the soil to dry out completely and repotting the plant in fresh, well-draining soil.
Habitat
The Sedum Adolphii is native to Mexico and can be found growing in rocky, mountainous regions. The plant is often used in xeriscaping, as it is drought-tolerant and can thrive in hot, dry conditions.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Sedum Adolphii?
A: Water your Sedum Adolphii sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between watering.
Q: What kind of soil does the Sedum Adolphii need?
A: Plant your Sedum Adolphii in well-draining soil, such as cactus soil or a mixture of sand and potting soil.
Q: What kind of sunlight does the Sedum Adolphii require?
A: The Sedum Adolphii requires bright, indirect sunlight, but can tolerate some direct sunlight.
Q: What kind of fertilizer should I use on my Sedum Adolphii?
A: Fertilize your Sedum Adolphii once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Related Plants
- Sedum Rubrotinctum
- Sedum Morganianum
- Sedum Nussbaumerianum
References
- “Sedum Adolphii.” Mountain Crest Gardens, www.mountaincrestgardens.com/sedum-adolphii-golden-sedum.
- “Sedum Adolphii.” World of Succulents, worldofsucculents.com/sedum-adolphii-golden-sedum/.
- “Sedum Adolphii.” The Spruce, www.thespruce.com/sedum-adolphii-1902741.
