Rhodiola integrifolia

King's Crown

King's Crown
aka Sedum integrifolium, Sedum rosea, Sedum Roseum, Roseroot, Midsummer-men. The blood red flowers, consisting of four fleshy petals, form a dense crown-like cluster atop thick stems which reach 1.25″ – 4″ (3 – 10 cm) tall. Succulent leaves have smooth or slightly scalloped edges with reddish-colored borders. When the root is cut or bruised a fragance similar to a rose is emitted, hence the alternate common name ‘roseroot’. Rare in the Park, found on Mt. Fremont and in the Sunrise area.

Family:

Crassulaceae - STONECROP FAMILY

Genus:

Rhodiola from Greek rhodon 'rose'

Species:

integrifolia means that the leaf margins are entire, uncut, not toothed
Photo location: Mt. Fremont Trail at approx. 7,275’ midway between Frozen Lake and the Lookout (approx. 46.93114 N, 121.67469 W). Last photo showing an aged condition was taken on the 3rd of Sept.