Stonecrop

Sedum forsterianum

Physical Characteristics

Sedum forsterianum is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. 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 Europe, including Britain, south and east from the Netherlands to Morocco and W. Germany.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds; East Wall. In. South Wall. In. West Wall. In.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked[2, 46, 105, 115].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

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