How to identify Sedum aizoon? Master these identification features
Sedum aizoon is a perennial herbaceous plant in the genus Sedum of the family Crassulaceae. Leaves: The leaves of Sedum aizoon grow opposite each other in pairs, are relatively hard, and are elliptical, some ovate, about 4-8 cm long and about 2 cm wide, with a glossy surface like leather. Flowers: The petals of Sedum aizoon are yellow, usually 5 petals, oblong, about 6-10 mm long overall; the upper inflorescence produces several flowers, with bracts below.
1. Leaves
The leaves of Sedum aizoon are alternate, elliptical, 4-8 cm long and about 2 cm wide, with pointed tips, wedge-shaped bases, and irregularly serrated edges. The leaves of Sedum aizoon are relatively hard, feel rather thick to the touch, and have a glossy surface like leather.
2. Flowers
The flowers of Sedum aizoon are borne on cymes with many small flowers, relatively flat-spreading; the flowers are yellow, the styles are long awl-shaped, and each flower usually has 5 petals. The flower is about 6-10 mm long overall, the scales are ovate-oblong, and there are bracts at the base. The flowering period is in June and July.