Sedum telephium
Definition
Noun: - A perennial herbaceous plant (Sedum telephium, also known as Hylotelephium telephium) native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It is characterized by its succulent, toothed leaves and clusters of small, star-shaped flowers that are typically purplish-white or pinkish in color. It is commonly known as orpine, livelong, or frog's-stomach.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The garden border was brightened by the robust clumps of Sedum telephium.
- A key identifying feature of Sedum telephium is its fleshy, serrated leaves.
Advanced Usage
- In Horticulture: The plant is prized for its drought tolerance and late-season blooms, often used in rock gardens, borders, and as a nectar source for pollinators.
- For a low-maintenance autumn display, many gardeners recommend Sedum telephium.
Variants and Related Words
- Orpine (n): A common name for .
- Livelong (n): Another common name, particularly for the related species subsp. .
- Hylotelephium (n): The genus name to which this species is often reassigned in modern botanical classification ().
Synonyms
- Orpine
- Livelong
- Frog's-stomach (archaic/regional)
Related Terms (Not Phrasal Verbs)
- Succulent (n/adj): A plant with thick, fleshy tissues adapted to water storage; describes the leaf type of .
- Perennial (n/adj): A plant that lives for more than two years, describing the lifecycle of this species.
Noun
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perennial northern temperate plant with toothed leaves and heads of small purplish-white flowers
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