Rhodiola tibetica (Crassulaceae)

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Rhodiola tibetica
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The Rhodiola tibetica plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas. It is a member of the Crassulaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Sedum tibeticum. Hook.f.&Thom.

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Latin Name:  Rhodiola tibetica
Family:  Crassulaceae
Author:  S.H.Fu.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.25   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Alpine meadows with occasional summer rain, but under snow for much of the year[145].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a fertile well-drained soil in a sunny position[200]. Established plants are drought tolerant[200]. This species is closely related to R. quadrifida[1]. The flowers of this species are dark purple[1]. All members of this genus are said to have edible leaves, though those species that have yellow flowers can cause stomach upsets if they are eaten in quantity[62, 85]. Dioecious, male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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