Caucasian Stonecrop
Sedum spurium
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IOverview
Overview
Caucasian Stonecrop (Sedum spurium) is a perennial plant native to the mountainous regions of Iran, North Caucasus, Transcaucasus, and Turkey. This hardy species thrives in full sun and can tolerate both dry and moist conditions, making it adaptable to various soil types including light sandy, medium, and heavy clay soils. Known for its edible leaves, which are often used in culinary applications, this plant is also valued for its ornamental qualities, featuring small, compact rosettes of green or variegated leaves that add a touch of color to rock gardens and borders. Its ability to spread by stolons makes it an excellent ground cover.
Quick answers
What is Caucasian Stonecrop?
Caucasian Stonecrop (Sedum spurium) is a perennial plant native to the mountainous regions of Iran, North Caucasus, Transcaucasus, and Turkey.
What is Caucasian Stonecrop used for?
Traditionally used for topical & skin. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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Top 1 evidence-ranked use of Caucasian Stonecrop
Clinicaluses · safety · chemistry · dosagemedicinal profile
IIBenefits & evidence
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Benefits & evidence
1 claim · 0 sources- Traditional-use note: Caucasian Stonecrop appears in herbal sources around traditional skin-care routines, often as a topical preparation. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.
Traditional context only. This reviewed claim keeps the original low confidence level, but avoids treatment, disease, dosage, or guaranteed-effect language.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
1 draftEditorial drafts. These pairings are AI-suggested from traditional herbal lore. Always verify with a qualified herbalist before brewing.
Caucasian Stonecrop support blend
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Caucasian Stonecrop thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is drought-tolerant but will also grow in moist conditions. The plant is hardy in zones 6-9 and can reach a height of 0.2 meters. For propagation, gardeners can use division or cuttings. Leaves are edible and can be harvested throughout the growing season.
Light
Full sun
Water
Dry, Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
6-9
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
0.2 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Caucasian Stonecrop for the first time
7steps
Start with a simple, low-maintenance perennial that thrives in various conditions.
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What you'll need
Caucasian Stonecrop plants or seeds, small pots if starting from seed.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or in fall before the first freeze.
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Soil and container prep
Use well-draining soil; mix sand into regular potting soil for containers. For ground planting, ensure good drainage.
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Sowing or transplanting
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly sow in early spring. Transplant young plants outdoors after danger of frost passes.
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First two weeks
Water sparingly to avoid rot, ensuring soil is just moist. Place in a sunny spot.
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Ongoing care
Water only when the soil feels dry; prefers well-drained conditions. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune dead leaves and stems in early spring to encourage new growth.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Leaves
Edible uses: The leaves of Caucasian Stonecrop are edible and can be eaten raw or cooked. They are often used in salads for their slightly bitter taste. The plant's leaves can also be boiled to make a nutritious green vegetable.
Other uses:Ground cover
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
4 native · 26 introduced
Distribution
4 native · 26 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 4 native· 26 introduced
Europe16 regions
native (1)Russia
introduced (15)AustriaBelarusBelgiumBulgariaDenmarkFinlandFranceGermanyHungaryIrelandItalyNetherlandsNorwayUkraineUnited Kingdom
Asia2 regions
native (2)IranTurkey
Broader regions
native:Transcaucasus
introduced:Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Newfoundland, Czechoslovakia, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Pennsylvania
IXSpecimen gallery
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