Ice Plant (Sedum spectabile)

Family: Crassulaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Sedum spectabile is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in) by 0.4 m (1ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from September to October, and the seeds ripen from October to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - raw or cooked. The leaves are very mucilaginous but have a fairly bland flavour. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; The leaves are very mucilaginous but have a fairly bland flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Valleys, rocky cliffs and damp places along woodlands. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)