Biting Stonecrop is a
native
perennial plant of the UK, typically found growing in rocky or dry places and walls, to a mature height of up to 10cm.
Biting Stonecrop gets its name from its sharp, peppery taste and its habit of growing on rocks and walls. The plant should not be eaten, however, as it contains poisonous alkaloids.
Botanic classification and naming: Biting Stonecrop is a member of the Stonecrop (Crassulaceae) family. The genus name
'Sedum' identifies the plant as a Stonecrop and its species name 'acre' means 'bitter-tasting plant'.
Concerns: Poisonous by ingestion and the sap is a skin irritant.
Benefits: Pollinated by bees and flies. The nectar also attracts several species of moth. Caterpillars of the Northern Rustic moth feed on its leaves.
Benefits to wildlife are also indicated with orange icons in the plant profile bar at the top.
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