Sedum rubrotinctum

Common Name:
Jelly Bean Plant (also Pork and Beans)

Description:
Sedum rubrotinctum is a charming, low-growing succulent in the Crassulaceae family, celebrated for its glossy, plump leaves that resemble tiny jelly beans. Originating from Mexico, this hybrid between Sedum pachyphyllum and Sedum stahlii forms sprawling stems up to 20 cm tall, often cascading gracefully over pot edges. The leaves begin as vibrant green and blush red at the tips when exposed to bright sunlight or during cooler seasons. In spring or early summer, it produces small clusters of star-shaped yellow flowers that add a delicate contrast and attract pollinators. Ideal for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, it thrives in free-draining soil and requires minimal water, making it perfect for rockeries, container gardens, or hanging baskets. Though hardy in warm climates, it is sensitive to frost and benefits from indoor protection during colder spells.

Form:

• Shrub – Clumping / Mounding

• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: 10–20 cm

• Width: up to 30 cm (forms mats or trails)

Aspect:

• Full Sun

• Part Shade

• Indoors / Well lit

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Yellow

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Drought Tolerant

• Low Maintenance

• Attractive Rosettes (jelly-bean leaves)

• Rockery / Container Friendly

• Pollinator Friendly

• Ground Cover

• Perennial

• Prolific Propagator

• Suitable for Hanging Baskets

Negative Attributes:

• Leaves may drop easily (natural propagation)

• Sensitive to overwatering

• Cannot tolerate frost

Toxicity:
Mildly toxic or irritating if ingested or touched by pets or children; handle with caution and keep out of reach.

Companion Plants:

• Other succulents (Echeveria, Sedum spectabile)

• Cacti and Agave for contrast

• Gravel-roots or creeping thyme for ground cover

• Small ornamental grasses for visual interest