Needle stonecrop

Sedum lineare

Physical Characteristics

Sedum lineare is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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

E. Asia - S.E. China, C. and S. Japan.

Habitats

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

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked[179]. Some caution is advised[218].

Medicinal Uses

Poultice The fresh plant is crushed and applied externally to burns and scalds[218].

Known Hazards

Although not poisonous, if large quantities of this plant are eaten it can cause a stomach upset[62, 85]. Another report says that the plant is slightly poisonous[218].