Succulents

What are succulents?

Succulents are a group of plants that store water in their leaves, so they tend to have thick, fleshy leaves. They prefer warm, dry climates, and may not survive below freezing temperatures. Their leaves turn mushy when they freeze. They do need water to survive, but can usually endure long periods of drought by using the stored water in their leaves. If their roots sit in water for too long, they may rot and die. Some species like sedums and sempervivums can endure below freezing temperatures. Succulents may turn color or "blush" when they experience a shock, or sudden change in their environment.

Succulents for the valley:

Dudleya ( all varieties), Dudleya cymosa

Agave ( most varieties)

Stonecrop

Sedum

Blue agave

Angelina stonecrop

Chalksticks

Aloe

Hens and Chicks

Some specific California native succulents are:

Chalk dudleya, Dudleya pulverulenta

Canyon dudleya - Dudleya cymosa

Coast dudleya - Dudleya caespitosa

Fingertips- Dudleya edulis

Bluff lettuce - Dudleya farinosa

Green dudleya- Dudleya virens or greenei

Cascade stonecrop - Sedum divergens

Sierra stonecrop - Sedum obtusatum