Houseleek is the common name of Sempervivum tectorum species, from Crassulaceae family.
Also known as: live forever, hen and chicks, thunder plant.
A houseleek plant
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Features of Houseleek
Height to 2-8 inches. Spread to 20 inches. Succulent hardy evergreen perennial
clinging root.
lance-shaped, fleshy, rosetta-formed leaf.
clustered, pink, star-shaped flower in summer.
Growing Houseleek
Site »
sunlight
Propagate »
- by cutting during spring. Take offsets that cluster around the plant.
- by seed during spring.
Using Houseleek
Cosmetic
Bath
Add fresh leaves to a nourishing bath. (Use leaf)
Steam
Add to facial steams. (Use leaf)
Medicinal
First-aid
Apply sap to insect bites, warts, burns, cuts, and other skin irritations and blemishes. (Use leaf)
Traditional Remedies
Traditional remedies may or may not be supported by scientific evidences.
Cautions
- Please consult with your doctor before using houseleek for health related purposes.
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