Sempervivum arachnoideum x tectorum

Name: Sempervivum arachnoideum x tectorum
SKU: pda313
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Sempervivum arachnoideum x tectorum stands out for combining the webbed aesthetic of S. arachnoideum with the larger, more robust nature of S. tectorum.

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Tags: couvre sol, feuillage persistant, graphique, secheresse, soleil, toits vegetalisés, vivace, xeriscaping SKU: pda313 Category: Balcony-Friendly, Bees and Butterflies, Evergreen, Frost Hardy, Ground Cover, The Stunners

Sempervivum arachnoideum x tectorum stands out for combining the webbed aesthetic of S. arachnoideum with the larger, more robust nature of S. tectorum.

The leaves form geometric rosettes that are tinged with pink – the pink becomes more pronounced under stress such as exposure to cold or bright bright light.

And they look like they are covered with spiderwebs!!

It’s a plant with so many powers – read the Tales below to get a sense of what it is doing!

The blooms are star-shaped and range from pink to reddish hues, with a striking appearance that attracts pollinators like bees

Nota bene:

- After blooming, the rosette will die.
- But, like other Sempervivum, this hybrid produces numerous offsets (small rosettes) or pups, which makes it perfect for propagation, gift-giving or ground covers.

The Tales:

This cultivar is a fusion between the common houseleek (Sempervivum tectorum) and the cobweb houseleek (Sempervivum arachnoideum).

It is sometimes known and sold under the name Sempervivum x fauconnetii.

The Theories:

There are multiple theories as to why the hairs arrange themselves across the tips of the leaves.

1. Water Optimization – Thick pubescence on leaves is often a method to reduce water loss and desiccation. The hairs break up airflow on the leaf surfacem reducing evapotranspiration across the surface of the leaves.
2. Shade – Sun in xeric or high altitude environments can be brutal on small succulent plants, so a little self made shade can help. I have observed that the filaments become more numerous and more densely packed in the summer, especially if they are exposed to direct sunlight.