''Sedum clavatum'' is a

succulent plant In botany, succulent plants, also known as succulents, are plants with parts that are thickened, fleshy, and engorged, usually to retain water in arid climates or soil conditions. The word ''succulent'' comes from the Latin word ''sucus'', meani ...

that grows in compact rosettes that elongate into long stems with time. Originally identified growing in southern Mexico, ''S. clavatum'' produces white, star-shaped flowers in mid to late spring to early summer. They are often grown as decorative plants in rock gardens. Like almost all succulents, ''S. clavatum'' needs to be protected from frost and is hardy to . It grows 4 to 6 inches tall at mature height and 8 inches wide. ''S. clavatum'' is an annual that needs average watering and is categorized as fairly easy to maintain. It flourishes in semi-arid and

arid A region is arid when it severely lacks available water, to the extent of hindering or preventing the growth and development of plant and animal life. Regions with arid climates tend to lack vegetation and are called xeric or desertic. Most ar ...

climates from southern California to mid-Texas, but can be grown elsewhere given proper precautions.

Care

''Sedum clavatum'' require porous, well-draining soil and 4–6 hours of sunlight. Plants should be watered when the soil is dry, but over-watering is to be avoided.

References

clavatum Plants described in 1975 {{Crassulaceae-stub