Colerado Stonecrop
Sedum spathulifolium
Sedum spathulifolium is a succulent plant native to California. Its traditional use in medicine has not been extensively documented, though it was part of the shared knowledge among Native Americans, Mission priests, and Californios during the colonial period. Scientific evidence primarily focuses on its suitability for green roofs, highlighting that the type of substrate significantly impacts growth rates, with green roof substrates promoting root growth while commercial mixes favor stem development. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been reported, indicating a generally safe profile for this plant.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The study provides an overview of plant species suitable for green roofs across different climates, identifying key morphophysiological features.
- A small percentage of medicinal plant knowledge was shared among Native Americans, Mission priests, and Californios during and after the Mission period in California.
- The type of substrate significantly affected Sedum spathulifolium growth, with green roof substrate showing the highest root growth rate and commercial mix yielding better stem growth.
Frequently asked questions
What is Colerado Stonecrop?
Colerado Stonecrop (Sedum spathulifolium) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Colerado Stonecrop?
3 sourced findings are recorded for Colerado Stonecrop; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study provides an overview of plant species suitable for green roofs across different climates, identifying key morphophysiological features.
How strong is the evidence for Colerado Stonecrop?
The strongest finding for Colerado Stonecrop carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Colerado Stonecrop safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Colerado Stonecrop in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Colerado Stonecrop interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Colerado Stonecrop in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Colerado Stonecrop?
Colerado Stonecrop is also known as: Очиток лопатчатолистный, orpin à feuilles spatulées.
Is Colerado Stonecrop a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Exchange of medicinal plant information in California missions. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Sedum Growth Patterns under Different Pedoclimatic Conditions. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Life at the Top: Extensive Green Roof Plant Species and Their Traits for Urban Use. literature abstract metadata