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Sedum suaveolens
The plant likes sunny locations, but can also tolerate partial shade.
Always water a few days after the substrate has dried out. Reduce watering in winter.
It can withstand temperatures down to -3.9 °C for short periods. However, the plant is not frost-resistant.
It is often reminiscent of Echeveria due to its compact rosettes and delicate waxy coating.
Sedum suaveolens, also known as Sweet Smelling Sedum, is a species that grows on shaded cliffs at an elevation of around 1,150 m. The specific epithet “suaveolens” means “sweet-smelling” and directly refers to the pleasant fragrance of its flowers. In nature, it occurs in protected, more shaded habitats with limited direct sunlight.
The rosettes are formed by thick, fleshy, blue-green leaves that are densely covered with a fine waxy coating and often show a pinkish tint. The rosettes can reach up to about 20 cm in diameter. On short stems, the plant produces offsets, gradually forming small clusters. In overall appearance, it resembles Dudleya more than typical stonecrops.
In summer, short inflorescences emerge from the rosettes, barely rising above the leaf margins. The flowers are white and distinctly sweet-scented, which is a defining feature of this species.
Sedum suaveolens is an undemanding and slow-growing plant. It requires a well-draining substrate and a bright position without harsh direct sunlight, with moderate watering and soil that must not remain waterlogged for long periods. Thanks to its compact rosettes and calm growth, it is well suited for container cultivation and for growers interested in less common Sedum species.