Woodland stonecrop is a low-growing succulent that prefers moist shade. This cultivar found growing in West Virginia is more tolerant of heavy soil and full shade than the species. Plant it in a shady rock garden or on stone walls to give it a moist, stable surface to hold onto. Semi-evergreen leaves are arranged alternately or in whorls of three. Reaches 4–8" tall and spreads to 12–18". Fragrant star-shaped white flowers with purple stamens bloom in April and May, lasting about a month. Makes an attractive low-maintenance groundcover in a moist woodland site or a filler for a perennial bed, spreading slowly and not aggressively. Deer resistant.
Woodland stonecrop is the most widespread native sedum species in eastern North America. It is found in damp, rocky woods and cliffs, especially in limestone areas. Attracts early-season bees and other pollinators. Songbirds eat the small, brown seeds. Larval host plant of the common buckeye, brown elfin, and variegated fritillary.