Pacific Stonecrop

Sedum divergens

Physical Characteristics

Sedum divergens is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Distribution

Western N. America.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked[172, 177]. The leaves are very small and round, looking rather like a small green berry[256]. They have a crisp texture and were valued as a food by some North American Indian tribes who would eat them raw[256].

Medicinal Uses

Antihaemorrhoidal Laxative The plant has been used in the treatment of piles and has been given to children as a laxative[257].

Known Hazards

Although not poisonous, if large quantities of this plant are eaten it can cause a stomach upset[62, 85].