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Plant

Jellybeans

Sedum pachyphyllum

Also known as Jelly Bean Plant, Many Fingers, Pachyphyllum Stonecrop

Native to the rocky hillsides of Oaxaca, Mexico, jellybeans are distinctive succulents with plump, finger-like leaves that turn vivid red at the tips when exposed to strong sunlight. Small clusters of bright yellow, star-shaped flowers appear on erect stems during late winter and early spring. Their drought-tolerant nature and easy leaf propagation make them a favorite choice for rock gardens and indoor container displays worldwide.

SucculentDrought TolerantFlowering
Jellybeans reference
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Key facts
Diet & preyAutotrophic (Photosynthesis)
Predators
  • Snails
  • Slugs
  • Mealybugs
ThreatsOverwatering, prolonged freezing temperatures
HabitatsArid rocky slopes, desert scrub, gardens
Life span10–20 years
Classification
  1. OrderSaxifragales
  2. FamilyCrassulaceae
  3. GenusSedum
  4. SpeciesSedum pachyphyllum
Range & activity
Range data is not available yet.
Safe observation
Interaction riskLow
  1. Low
  2. Moderate
  3. High
  4. Very high
Why interaction risk is low
Safe to touch and handle, though leaves drop easily if bumped.
Responsible observation
  • Sunlight: Place in direct sun to encourage vibrant red leaf tips.
  • Watering: Allow soil to dry completely between deep soakings to protect roots.
  • Propagation: Lay fallen leaves on soil to quickly sprout new plantlets.
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