Sedum oxypetalum
Dwarf tree stonecrop
Sedum oxypetalum, commonly known as "Stonecrop" or "Jade Plant," is a versatile medicinal herb valued in traditional practices. Renowned for its cooling properties, it is frequently used to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues. This resilient succulent offers significant therapeutic potential through its diverse bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Sedum oxypetalum
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Saxifragales, it is classified under the family Crassulaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Sedum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Crassulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sedum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Sedum oxypetalum, is referred to by several different common names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is commonly called 薄叶木立弁庆 (zh), 薄叶木立弁庆 (zh-hans), or 薄叶木立弁庆 (zh-cn), and is also known as 锐瓣立天 (zh). In English, it is identified by the common name dwarf tree stonecrop (en).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 薄叶木立弁庆 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 薄叶木立弁庆 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 薄叶木立弁庆 | Wikidata |
| zh | 锐瓣立天 | Wikidata |
| en | dwarf tree stonecrop | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated within the various regions of Mexico. Its presence can be documented across Mexico Central, where it occupies distinct ecological niches. Additionally, the species is found throughout the Mexico Northeast area. The range also extends into the Mexico Southwest territory. Overall, these locations highlight the plant's specialized habitat preferences within the country.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Sedum oxypetalum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include octacalcium phosphate, sedoheptulose, syngenite.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| octacalcium phosphate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sedoheptulose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| syngenite | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Sedum oxypetalum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Aspergillus niger, Candida albicans.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aspergillus niger | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida albicans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |