Jelly bean plant (Sedum rubrotinctum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Jelly bean plant on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 14 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Jelly bean plant
Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as 'Jelly Beans' or 'Pork and Beans', is a succulent from the Crassulaceae family, notable for its fleshy, bean-shaped leaves that develop intense reddish hues under adequate sun exposure. It is ideal for hanging baskets or as a groundcover in rock gardens, adding a vibrant splash of color with its foliage. Its stems tend to grow and trail, creating a very ornamental cascading effect.
Native range
Mexico
Care tips
It requires plenty of direct sunlight to develop its most intense reddish colors; in shade, the leaves tend to be greener. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot, especially in winter. It prefers well-draining soil, ideally a cactus and succulent mix. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to leaf drop and plant death.
How to save a dying Jelly bean plant
- Warning signs
- Soft, wrinkled or falling leaves; soft or black stems. Its reddish color fades.
- First aid
- Remove damaged leaves and stems. Let soil dry. If rot, unpot and cut affected areas.
- What kills it
- Overwatering. It does not tolerate waterlogging, rotting quickly. Also lack of light.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act fast. Propagate healthy cuttings if the mother plant is too damaged.