Sedum adolphi
Also known as: Golden sedum
Golden sedum: leaves glow yellow-orange with red tips in bright light, fading to green in shade. It comes from Mexico (Veracruz), stays around Trails 20–40 cm, and tolerates USDA 10–11. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Sedum
- Origin: Mexico (Veracruz)
- Mature size: Trails 20–40 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 10–11
- Toxicity: Non-toxic
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Sedum
- Origin
- Mexico (Veracruz)
- Mature size
- Trails 20–40 cm
- Growth habit
- Sprawling to hanging stems
- Leaf colour
- Golden-yellow to orange leaves with red tips in sun
- Flower colour
- White star flowers
- Hardiness
- USDA 10–11
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic
- Other names
- Golden sedum
About the Sedum adolphi
Golden sedum: leaves glow yellow-orange with red tips in bright light, fading to green in shade. Fast, easy and excellent for filling pots and spilling over edges.
Care and cultivation
Sedums want maximum light — the more sun, the tighter and more colourful the growth. Use a very mineral mix and water only when dry. Trailing types like burro's tail are brittle: hang them where they will not be brushed, and propagate from the beads that fall off naturally. Light: Full sun to very bright light for compact growth and red colouring. Water: Every 10–14 days in growth; little in winter. Use a Gritty mineral mix; excellent in shallow pots and hanging planters.
Description
Sedum adolphi is a Sedum succulent from Mexico (Veracruz). Golden sedum: leaves glow yellow-orange with red tips in bright light, fading to green in shade. Fast, easy and excellent for filling pots and spilling over edges.
Identification
Look for: Golden-yellow to orange leaves with red tips in sun leaves in a Trails 20–40 cm form. Also answers to Golden sedum. The genus is Sedum, which already narrows down the care requirements considerably. Nickname: 'Golden sedum'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water my Sedum adolphi?
Every 10–14 days in growth; little in winter. Always let the soil dry completely between waterings, and water less in winter when growth slows.
How much light does Sedum adolphi need?
Full sun to very bright light for compact growth and red colouring. If the plant stretches or loses colour, it needs more light.
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Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Sedum adolphi, supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.