Hylotelephium telephium
TAXONOMY
FamilyCrassulaceae
GenusHylotelephium
Zone3
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Hylotelephium telephium, commonly known as Orpine or Live-forever, is a succulent perennial plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is native to Europe and Asia but has been widely cultivated in temperate regions. The plant is known for its fleshy leaves and clusters of star-shaped flowers that bloom in late summer to autumn. It undergoes a dormancy period during the winter months.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Anacampseros Albicans
Anacampseros Albida
Anacampseros Arguta
Anacampseros Aurigerana
Anacampseros Beugesiaca
Anacampseros Borderi
Anacampseros Conferta
Anacampseros Dumeticola
Anacampseros Julliana
Anacampseros Lapidicola
Anacampseros Livida
Anacampseros Lugdunensis
Anacampseros Monticulorum
Anacampseros Navieri
Anacampseros Praecelsa
Anacampseros Purpurea
Anacampseros Pycnantha
Anacampseros Repens
Anacampseros Rhodanensis
Anacampseros Rubella
Anacampseros Rupifraga
Anacampseros Subalbida
Anacampseros Triphylla
Anacampseros Viridula
Anacampseros Vogesiaca
Anacampseros Vulgaris
Live-Forever
Anacampseros buxicola
Anacampseros convexa
Anacampseros saxifraga
Hylotelephium argutum subsp. carpaticum
Hylotelephium borderi
Hylotelephium carpaticum
Hylotelephium decumbens
Hylotelephium jullianum
Hylotelephium maritimum
Hylotelephium mongolicum
Hylotelephium mugodsharicum
Hylotelephium parvistamineum
Hylotelephium purpureum
Hylotelephium sanguineum
Hylotelephium triphyllum
Hylotelephium vulgare
Hylotelephium zhiguliense
Sedum albicans
Sedum arduennense
Sedum bohuslawii
Sedum borderi
Sedum brunfelsii
Sedum bulliardi
Sedum callayanum
Sedum carioni
Sedum carpaticum
Sedum controversum
Sedum corymbiferum
Sedum erythromelanum
Sedum fabaria var. mongolica
Sedum grandidentatum
Sedum guestphalicum
Sedum haematodeum
Sedum jullianum
Sedum lactifolium
Sedum lividum
Sedum lobelii
Sedum lugdunense
Sedum maritimum
Sedum maximum subsp. fabaria
Sedum mugodscharicum
Sedum occidentale
Sedum parvistamineum
Sedum purpurascens
Sedum purpureum
Sedum rhodanense
Sedum rubellum
Sedum sanguineum
Sedum serotinum
Sedum telephium
Sedum telephium f. purpureum
Sedum telephium subsp. fabaria
Sedum telephium subsp. purpureum
Sedum telephium var. purpurascens
Sedum telephium var. purpureum
Sedum thirkeanum
Sedum thyrsoideum
Sedum triphyllum
Sedum viridulum
Sedum vogesiacum
Sedum vulgare
OVERVIEW
VPDCalculate
WaterDry
SoilLoamy
LightDirect Bright (6 Hours)
Temperature20° C
Humidity50%
Dormancy3 Months
pH6.5
Pressure1,013 mbar
DETAILS
Care Instructions
Hylotelephium telephium is relatively easy to care for. It prefers bright, direct sunlight and moderate temperatures. Water the plant sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out almost completely between waterings. It thrives in moderate humidity levels and can adapt to indoor and outdoor environments.Soil
This plant prefers well-draining loam soil. A mix designed for succulents or cacti is ideal. Ensure the soil dries out almost completely between waterings to prevent root rot.Fertilizer
Fertilize Hylotelephium telephium with a balanced fertilizer, such as 5-10-10, during the growing season. Apply the fertilizer sparingly, as the plant does not require high nutrient concentrations.Repotting
Repot the plant every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its container. Choose a pot with good drainage and use a well-draining soil mix. Repotting is best done in the spring.Propagation
Hylotelephium telephium can be propagated through stem cuttings or division. Take cuttings in the spring or early summer and allow them to callous before planting in well-draining soil. Division can be done during repotting.Pruning
Prune the plant in early spring to remove any dead or damaged growth and to encourage new growth. Regular pruning helps maintain the plant's shape and promotes healthy growth.Toxicity
Hylotelephium telephium is not toxic to pets or humans. However, it is always best to keep plants out of reach of pets and children to prevent any accidental ingestion.Additional
Hylotelephium telephium is a hardy plant that can tolerate a range of conditions. It is drought-tolerant and can survive in poor soil conditions, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens and xeriscaping.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
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