Goldmoss Stonecrop

(Sedum acre)

Goldmoss Stonecrop (Sedum acre)

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Summary

Sedum acre, commonly known as Goldmoss Stonecrop, is an evergreen perennial succulent native to a variety of habitats including open rocky places, coastal cliffs, and dry stone walls in Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. It forms dense mats reaching 5 to 12 cm (2 to 5 in) in height, with semi-prostrate stems that become erect during the flowering period in June and July. The foliage is bright green, and the star-shaped yellow flowers are highly attractive when in bloom. The leaves contain an acrid fluid that can cause skin irritation.

Goldmoss Stonecrop is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, sandy soils, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, green roofs, and as a ground cover in sunny, well-drained areas. It is also popular in hanging baskets and container gardens for its trailing habit. While it can spread rapidly, it is easily managed due to its shallow root system. Care should be taken as Sedum acre can be potentially invasive outside its native range, and it is important to consult local guidelines before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Succulent, Herb
  • Height: 0.3-0.4 feet
  • Width: 1-2 feet
  • Growth Rate: Rapid
  • Flower Color: Yellow
  • Flowering Season: Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Very Low, Low
  • Drainage: Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Erosion Control, Fire Resistant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

Open rocky places, coastal cliffs, and dry stone walls in Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia

Other Names

Common Names: Biting Stonecrop, Gold Moss Stonecrop, Golden Carpet, Mossy Stonecrop, Mountain-Moss, Wall Pepper, Orpin Acre, Wall-Grass, Wall-Pepper, Stonecrop

Scientific Names: , Sedum acre, Sedum acre var. elegans, Sedum acre var. dohlenii, Sedum acre var. glaciale, Sedum acre var. microphyllum, Sedum acre var. sopianii, Sedum neglectum subsp. sopianii,

GBIF Accepted Name: Sedum acre L.