What do you know about sedum sexangulare? It is one of the succulent plants that attracts the most attention due to the change that can occur in its leaves. But do you know her thoroughly?
In this guide that we have prepared for you, you will learn all the characteristics of the sedum sexangulare as well as the care it requires to have it in your home for many years. Shall we start?
What is the sedum sexangulare like?
The sedum sexangulare is a succulent and perennial plant. It is classified within the group of herbaceous plants and grows in the form of green bushes. However, this tone changes in the summer and autumn months, becoming coppery. That is why it attracts a lot of attention because, the more sun it gets, the more coppery, or even red, it becomes.
The leaves are quite fleshy because inside they store the water that they obtain from both irrigation and environmental humidity.
The plant is not too tall, since It will usually be between 5 and 30 centimeters (but rarely exceeds 15 centimeters in height).
Spring and summer are when you have the best chance of seeing it bloom. In fact, it is said that the colder it is in winter, the more flowers it will have. Regarding these, you should know that they are yellow. They are so abundant that they are often capable of covering the entire plant with a blanket. They have five petals and a star shape.
Care of sedum sexangulare
The sedum sexangulare is one of the most beautiful plants to have at home. But you need to learn to take care of it to give it everything it will need. And that is what we are going to take care of now. Here's a guide so you don't miss anything from the plant.
Location and temperature
Although the sedum sexangulare is a succulent plant, the truth is that, unlike other succulents, it does not require as much sun. That allows you to have it both inside the house and outside.
Now, if you are inside the house, The best thing you can do is place it in a place where it gets as much light as possible.. Even a few hours of sunlight would be advisable.
But, if you are going to place it outside the house, then choose a location in semi-shade, so that it has a few hours of light, but the rest is left with only indirect lighting.
That does not mean that by not giving it light it will not turn copper in autumn, it will, but you will ensure that it does not burn or that In the end it looks more like brown tones that take away the beauty of the plant.
Regarding temperature, they withstand highs and lows, so you won't have any problems at this point.
Substratum
As a good succulent, the sedum sexangulare needs very loose soil. This means that you should use universal substrate and mix it in equal parts, or even 40-60% with perlite or a similar drainage. This way you will get adequate soil that prevents excess water or that the plant could be a source of fungi or waterlogging.
Of course, we are talking about a plant that usually grows quickly, so you may have to change its pot every year or similar. In some cases you will even have to fill the pot with soil (when it runs out).
Irrigation
Watering succulents is a rather delicate topic. And many times we think that they need almost constant watering and that is not the case. In fact, It is preferable to go short and not water, rather than do it regularly.
In general, watering the sedum sexangulare is weekly or biweekly, but it does not need too much water.
In winter, due to the cold and humidity, it is recommended to stop watering so as not to cause serious problems for the plant. And before you think about it, know that it is not going to kill the plant; It is capable of resisting fairly large periods of drought.
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Regarding fertilizer, there are some who do choose to add fertilizer once a month during spring and summer. While others don't. In both cases it is fine.
That is to say, You can add some fertilizer or not. In reality, the plant itself does not need it, but if the plant has been in the same pot with the same soil for a long time, it may benefit from that boost of energy (and nutrients).
Plagues and diseases
Succulents in general are plants that are very resistant to pests and diseases. And this one was not going to be any less.
However, where you will have to be especially careful is root rot, which is caused by excessive watering or high environmental humidity. If this happens, the plant will begin to lose its leaves and will wither from the inside out. Here the solution will depend on the state of the plant.
If it is very advanced, it will be almost impossible to save it; If not, you can try moving it to a drier place and transplanting it from a pot, removing as much soil as possible.
Multiplication
Finally, we want to talk to you about the way you can propagate sedum sexangulare. In this case you have three different types:
- Per sheet: removing a leaf or several and placing them directly in the ground, without having to bury them, You will see how it takes root very quickly and in contact with the earth. Of course, you have to be careful because some consider sedum sexangulare as an invasive plant.
- Per cutting: cutting a branch from the plant and planting it in a pot. In a matter of weeks it will have the roots necessary to survive and will begin to show signs of reproducing and putting out new leaves.
- By seed: It is the longest process, since you have to wait for it to flower and then plant the seeds. But it is also the most natural of the plant and it doesn't hurt to try.
As you can see, the sedum sexangulare is one of the most beautiful and easiest plants to care for. Do you dare to have it in your garden to enjoy its leaves and color?