Jenny's stonecrop - Petrosedum pruinatum (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Jenny's stonecrop

Jenny's stonecrop is a perennial succulent which prefers to grow over the faces of cliffs. This plant is dormant in the summer and grows in the winter. When the vines dry up for summer, they can become brittle and snap, after which they're carried in the wind. When they land, they may root and form entirely new plants.

Scientific classification

Species

Jenny's stonecrop (Petrosedum pruinatum)

Saxifrages, stonecrops and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Succulent

Plant Type

Spring, Summer

Bloom Time

10 cm

Plant Height

60 cm

Spread

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Distribution of Jenny's stonecrop

Distribution Map

Jenny's stonecrop is native to the southwestern European regions where it thrives in its local ecosystem. Over time, jenny's stonecrop has been introduced to various temperate areas around the globe through cultivation. It is now commonly nurtured in gardens and landscapes beyond its original range, although specific locations of its introduced range are not detailed here.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Shady rocks

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Jenny's stonecrop

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Succulent & Cactus Soil

Soil Type

Water: Jenny's stonecrop thrives in rocky, dry environments, storing water in its fleshy leaves for drought tolerance. It requires minimal watering every three weeks. As an outdoor plant for rock gardens or xeriscapes, it benefits from occasional rain during its active growing season.

Fertilize: For optimal jenny's stonecrop growth, use phosphorus-rich succulent and cactus food quarterly during growing seasons, following label directions. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent root burn and reduce feeding in dormant winter months. A diluted solution promotes health and vigor for a robust life.

Pruning: To maintain an attractive shape, prune jenny's stonecrop in spring and fall by removing dense or redundant branches. For propagation, cut a stout stem with 5-6 leaves, treat the wound with sulfur powder, and plant after healing, using slightly moist soil.

Propagation: Jenny's stonecrop is a resilient succulent from the Crassulaceae family. Propagate by taking cuttings from healthy, non-flowering shoots, allowing callus formation before planting in well-draining soil. Maintain slight moisture without waterlogging to promote successful rooting and establishment.

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