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What is Orpine

— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Orpine (Sedum telephium). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.

What is Orpine?

Orine (Sedum telephium), a perennial herb, is native to a wide range of regions including Altay, Amur, Austria, and the Baltic States, extending its reach across Europe and parts of Asia. Orpine (Latin: Sedum telephium, family Crassulaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.

Is Orpine safe?

Orpine is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.

Where does Orpine grow?

Orpine is a member of the Crassulaceae family native to ALT, AMU, AUT, BLT, BLR, and BGM. Oropine thrives in light to moist soils that are well-draining or clayey, with a pH between 6.5 and 7.

Can I grow Orpine at home?

Orpine grows best in USDA zone 4-8, 8/10 light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.

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