Sedum Sarmentosum
3.7 out of 5 (6 experiences)
Survivor
Fast grower
About Sedum Sarmentosum
Plants in the Sedum genus are super diverse, and are native to regions all over the world. Horticulturalists have bred them to create even more variietes that come in all manner of shapes and colors! Their succulent leaves help store water, and they are incredibly easy to propagate. Just gently pop off one of the leaves and with water and sunlight it will grow into a whole new plant. 🪴
Taxonomy
Sedum sarmentosum
Sedum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales
Also known as
Stringy Stonecrop, Stringy Stonecrop, Gold moss stonecrop, Graveyard moss and stingy stonecrop
How to care for Sedum Sarmentosum
Water
How often to water your Sedum Sarmentosum
every 12
Sedum Sarmentosum needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
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Finding light for Stringy Stonecrop in your home
a window
Sedum Sarmentosum love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Sedum Sarmentosum does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Sedum Sarmentosum in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Sedum Sarmentosum
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Sedum Sarmentosum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Sedum Sarmentosum is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
Water Needs
Sedum Sarmentosum thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Sedum Sarmentosum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Sedum Sarmentosum prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Sedum Sarmentosum is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!
Fertilizer
Sedum Sarmentosum grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
It’s common for Sedum Sarmentosum to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Sedum Sarmentosum is native to Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.
Flowers
Sedum Sarmentosum produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.
Growth Pattern
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Sedum Sarmentosum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
Sedum Sarmentosum can be propagated by the leaf method. To propagate:
- Remove a leaf by gently twisting until it pops off.
- To get the leaf to root, you can either:
- Place the leaf in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the leaf directly into well-draining soil
Care Summary for Sedum Sarmentosum
Sedum Sarmentosum
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
What other plant parents say
Survivor 3
Fast grower 3
Easy to propagate 2
Browns easily 1
Blooms easily 1
05/15/2021
Comes back!
Fast grower
Survivor
03/10/2021
Not a fast grower and can be finicky most times. Love the sunlight but does not like to be watered often.
Easy to propagate
02/27/2021
I got this from my grandma and I dont know if i’m doing a good job taking care of it.
