How to Care for Sedum nussbaumerianum (Coppertone Stonecrop)

Korean name: 세덤 옥엽

Sedum nussbaumerianum is a succulent known for its thick, dense, copper-orange leaves. It blooms small yellow flowers in autumn and thrives in bright light, including direct sunlight. It is easy to care for, making it suitable for beginners.

Key facts

• Category: Succulent
• Family: Crassulaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Mexico
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
• Traits: succulent, beginner-friendly, drought-tolerant, copper leaves
• Also known as: Coppertone Stonecrop, Nussbaumer's Stonecrop

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright light including direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil surface is completely dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil designed for succulents.
• Humidity: Tolerates dry conditions well.
• Temperature: 15~28°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted succulent fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Sedum nussbaumerianum?

Water thoroughly when the soil surface is completely dry. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Sedum nussbaumerianum?

It likes Prefers bright light including direct sunlight.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining soil designed for succulents..

Is Sedum nussbaumerianum safe around pets?

No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.

Is Sedum nussbaumerianum good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~28°C. Humidity: Tolerates dry conditions well.. Fertilise Apply diluted succulent fertilizer once a month during the growing season..