Sedum sarmentosum – Stringy stonecrop

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Stringy stonecrop (Sedum sarmentosum) is an introduced perennial with edible leaves.
It can be found in sunny areas with sandy soil.
The plant can spread quickly, forming a mat on the ground. The fleshy leaves are arranged in whorls of three. Yellow star-shaped flowers are produced in the summer.
The plant is edible raw or can be turned into kimchi. It tastes like a crisp succulent, similar to other Sedums.
Stringy stonecrop is used in Chinese medicine to remove toxins and reduce swelling.

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Written by Amy Demers, founder of the Connecticut Foraging Club. To learn more about foraging in Connecticut, check out our upcoming classes.

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