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dwarf tree stonecrop

Sedum oxypetalum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Dwarf tree stonecrop, scientifically known as Sedum oxypetalum, is a versatile perennial prized in traditional medicine. Renowned for its succulent leaves and delicate flowers, this resilient plant offers significant therapeutic potential, particularly in treating inflammation and promoting skin health, making it a fascinating subject for botanical study and healing.

Family
Crassulaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Dwarf Tree Stonecrop
Scientific synonyms
Sedum Arborescens · Sedum Peregrinum

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sedum oxypetalum

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • siempreviva copalito

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Saxifragales
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Sedum

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

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
Mexico Mexico Central
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Southwest

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Sedum oxypetalum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Sedoheptulose, Syngenite, octacalcium phosphate.

Chemicals reported in Sedum oxypetalum
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Sedoheptulose 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Syngenite 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
octacalcium phosphate 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Sedoheptulose

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Syngenite

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

octacalcium phosphate

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Conditions

Sedum oxypetalum has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Aspergillus niger, Candida albicans.

Conditions investigated for Sedum oxypetalum
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Aspergillus niger 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Candida albicans 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aspergillus niger

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Candida albicans

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Preparations

Sedum oxypetalum has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include aqueous extract, hexane extracts.

Preparations reported for Sedum oxypetalum
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Aqueous extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Hexane extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aqueous extract

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Hexane extracts

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology