What does SEDUM mean?

Here is the requested information on "sedum": Sedum

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definition: A succulent plant with thick leaves and clusters of small flowers.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈsiːdəm/; UK: /ˈsɛdəm/

Origin and Usage: The word "sedum" comes from the Latin word "sedere" meaning "to sit," referring to the way the plant grows on rocks and walls. Sedum is a genus of plants that includes over 400 species, many of which are popular in gardens and landscaping. Sedum is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Synonyms: Stonecrop, Live-forever, Orpine

Related Words: Cacti, Agave, Aloe, Echev, Plant

Example Sentences:

• She planted a bed of sedum in her garden.
• The sedum on the rock wall was thriving despite the dry weather.
• He used a poultice made from sedum to treat his sunburn.