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UK Orange Stonecrop

Succulent Icon Cultivated Flower     Edible Symbol 
Image of Orange Stonecrop
Phedimus kamtschaticus
Family: Crassulaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Orange Stonecrop
Scientific Name Phedimus kamtschaticus
MainColor Yellow
PlantType Succulent Icon Succulent
Distribution Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season Found June (Jun - Aug)
ImageUrl Phedimus-001
Photographer DP
Location Found Kings Langley
Country Found UK
Last Updated 12 September 2026
Photo Quality A

Flower Details

Description

Kamchatka Stonecrop is a low-growing, succulent perennial with fleshy, bright green leaves and star-shaped yellow flowers. It typically blooms in summer and is known for its mat-forming habit, making it an excellent ground cover.

Distribution

This species is native to eastern Asia, particularly in regions like Siberia, Japan, and Korea, and has been introduced to parts of Europe and North America.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility Edible Symbol  

Edible - young leaves and shoots can be eaten raw or cooked, often used in salads or as a garnish.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - generally considered safe for human handling and consumption in typical amounts.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - safe for pets such as cats and dogs, with no known harmful effects.

Active Compounds

Flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids.

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