How to identify White stonecrop (Sedum album)
White stonecrop, also known as Sedum athoum, Hardy baby tears, Small houseleek, Thick-leaved stonecrop
White stonecrop exhibits succulent, evergreen qualities distinctive to many in its genus. The leaves are fleshy and may present a flat to rounded geometry, contributing to its robust form. Typically, the plant maintains an upright stance, with a tendency to spread horizontally across the terrain. The foliage's arrangement en masse bestows upon white stonecrop a mat-like demeanor, often enveloping its chosen substrate, be it soil or stone. Characteristic white blossoms emerge in contrast to the verdant leafage, signaling the species epithet and aiding in its identification. When blooming, white stonecrop's flowers stand atop stems that may reach up to 6 inches (15 cm) in height.
Lifespan: Perennial, Annual
Plant Type: Herb
Leaf Type: Evergreen
Mat-like foliage envelopes soil or stone surface.
Tiny, star-shaped white flowers in clusters.
Leaves are succulent, stalkless, and cylindrical.
Flowers attract butterflies as pollinators.
Upright plant with horizontal spreading tendency.
White stonecrop leaves are small, succulent, and stalkless. They have a linear-oblong to cylindrical shape, sometimes appearing flattened. Each leaf measures up to 3/4 of an inch (approximately 2 cm) in length. Leaves are light green with a smooth texture and are covered in a whitish, waxy bloom. In the fall and winter, they turn reddish-brown. These thick, fleshy leaves are a key feature for identification.
The tiny, star-like, white flowers of white stonecrop bloom from June through August in mid-summer. These flowers, arranged in branched clusters known as panicles, stand above the foliage mat on erect inflorescence stalks up to 8 inches (20 cm) long. Each white, star-shaped flower consists of five petals arranged symmetrically, creating a delicate and attractive display. These flowers are especially appealing to butterflies, adding ecological value to their visual charm.
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Scientific Classification of White stonecrop
