Plant · GBIF taxon 5689712
Jellybeans
Sedum pachyphyllumAlso 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
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Autotrophic (Photosynthesis)
Predators
- Snails
- Slugs
- Mealybugs
ThreatsOverwatering, prolonged freezing temperatures
HabitatsArid rocky slopes, desert scrub, gardens
Life span10–20 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- OrderSaxifragales
- FamilyCrassulaceae
- GenusSedum
- SpeciesSedum pachyphyllum
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- 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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