Aizoon Stonecrop
Sedum aizoon
Family: Crassulaceae
What it is like
A small succulent plant. It grows 40 cm high and spreads 50 cm wide. The stems are upright. The leaves are fleshy and have teeth along the edge. They are 5-8 cm long and sword shaped. The flowers are golden yellow and in flat heads. These are 12 mm wide.
There are about 400 Sedum species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate climate plant. It suits hardiness zones 7-10.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, China, Japan, Korea, Siberia, Slovenia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Gouzacai, Zimzelena homulica