Telephium Imperati, also known as Sempervivum telephium or Hylotelephium telephium, is a perennial succulent plant belonging to the family Crassulaceae. It is native to Europe and Western Asia and is commonly found in dry, rocky habitats such as cliffs, slopes, and meadows.
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Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Hylotelephium |
Appearance
Telephium Imperati grows up to 60 cm tall and has fleshy, oblong leaves that are green or purple in color. The leaves are arranged in a rosette pattern and have a waxy texture. The flowers are star-shaped and range in color from pink to red. They bloom in late summer to early fall and are attractive to bees and butterflies.
Care Guide
Telephium Imperati is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:
- Water: Water sparingly, as this plant is drought-tolerant.
- Fertilization: Fertilize once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Soil: Plant in well-draining soil, as this plant does not like to sit in water.
- Sunlight: Plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Hardiness Zones: Telephium Imperati can grow in USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Telephium Imperati is generally pest and disease-free, but it may be susceptible to root rot if overwatered. Common pests include mealybugs and spider mites, which can be treated with insecticidal soap.
Habitat
Telephium Imperati is native to Europe and Western Asia and is commonly found in dry, rocky habitats such as cliffs, slopes, and meadows. It is well-adapted to these harsh conditions and can thrive in poor soil and low water conditions.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Telephium Imperati toxic to pets?
A: Telephium Imperati is not toxic to pets, but it is always a good idea to keep pets away from plants to avoid any potential harm.
Q: How often should I water Telephium Imperati?
A: Water sparingly, as this plant is drought-tolerant. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Q: Can Telephium Imperati grow indoors?
A: Telephium Imperati can be grown indoors as long as it is placed in a sunny window and is not overwatered.
Q: How can I propagate Telephium Imperati?
A: Telephium Imperati can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division in the spring.
Related Plants
- Hylotelephium spectabile
- Hylotelephium telephium
- Hylotelephium ‘Herbstfreude’
- Hylotelephium ‘Matrona’
References
- “Hylotelephium telephium.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed 26 May 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c820.
- “Sempervivum telephium.” PlantFiles. Accessed 26 May 2021. https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/64707/.
- “Telephium telephium.” The Plant List. Accessed 26 May 2021. http://www.theplantlist.org/tpl1.1/record/kew-2789067.
