Stonecrop (Sedum crassularia)
Care, watering, light and tips for Stonecrop 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 Stonecrop
Sedum crassularia, also known as rozchodník tučnolistovitý, is a perennial succulent from the Crassulaceae family that forms dense, low-growing mounds. Its leaves are fleshy, small, and rounded, displaying an attractive green color that can develop reddish hues under strong sunlight. It is ideal for rockeries, green roofs, or as ground cover in low-maintenance gardens.
Native range
South Africa
Care tips
It requires full sun for compact growth and optimal coloration, although it tolerates some partial shade. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot, especially in winter. Use a very well-draining substrate, specifically formulated for cacti and succulents. A common mistake is overwatering, which can be fatal for this species.
How to save a dying Stonecrop
- Warning signs
- Soft, wrinkled, or drooping leaves (underwatering); stretched stems, seeking light; brown/black spots (direct sun/fungus).
- First aid
- Check soil: if dry, water thoroughly; if wet, stop watering, check drainage. Move to bright indirect light.
- What kills it
- Overwatering (root/stem rot), insufficient light (weakens plant), or intense direct sun without acclimatization.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, they are very resilient! Act quickly at first symptoms; they usually recover with proper care.