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   What is a houseleek plant?

   • houseleek, (genus Sempervivum ), genus of about 30 species of low-growing succulent plants in the stonecrop family ( Crassulaceae ), native to Europe, Morocco, and western Asia. The name houseleek refers to the growth of some species on thatched roofs in Europe; live-forever indicates their hardiness and durability.

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   What does a houseleek plant look like?

   • The houseleek plant also goes by other names as well, such as hens-and-chicks, due to its rosette shape similar to the bottom of a hen and its ability to create multiple hatchlings (via Gardening Know How ). The houseleek is also known to come in multiple beautiful colors such as white, pink, or purple.

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   Are houseleek plants dangerous?

   • This is because of the water that is stored in the plant. Although houseleek plants aren't dangerous, there are thousands of succulents that people can mistake them for. If you're unsure of what plant you are handling, be sure to wear gloves and long sleeve shirts to avoid skin irritation.

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   Why is it called a houseleek?

   • The common name "houseleek" comes from the Anglo-Saxon word leac, meaning "plant", since these are literally plants that grow on houses. They were believed to ward off fire and lightning strikes.

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   Sempervivum ( / sɛmpəˈvaɪvəm / [1] [2]) is a genus of about 40 species of flowering plants in the family Crassulaceae, commonly known as houseleeks. Other common names include liveforever (the source of the taxonomical designation Sempervivum, literally "always/forever alive") and hen and chicks, a name shared with plants of other genera as well.

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   houseleek, (genus Sempervivum ), genus of about 30 species of low-growing succulent plants in the stonecrop family ( Crassulaceae ), native to Europe, Morocco, and western Asia. The name houseleek refers to the growth of some species on thatched roofs in Europe; live-forever indicates their hardiness and durability.

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4. brainygardener.com › common-houseleek-sempervivumCommon Houseleek (Sempervivum Tectorum) Care Guide

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   Jul 17, 2022 · The Common Houseleek , Sempervivum tectorum, is an evergreen succulent that’s native to Europe. It’s one of the most common houseplants in the world and has been cultivated for centuries. Its easy care and durability make it a great choice for first-time succulent growers.

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5. worldofsucculents.com › sempervivum-tectorumSempervivum tectorum (Common Houseleek) - World of Succulents

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   Scientific Name; Common Name; Genus; Genus (Cacti) Family; USDA Hardiness Zone; Origin

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6. plants.ces.ncsu.edu › plants › sempervivum-tectorumSempervivum tectorum - North Carolina Extension Gardener ...

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   Common Name (s): Common Houseleek. Hens and Chicks. House Leek. Roof House Leek. Phonetic Spelling. sem-per-VEE-vum tek-TOR-um. Description. Hens and chicks are a succulent plant in the family Crassulaceae, native to the mountains of southern Europe.

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7. www.missouribotanicalgarden.org › PlantFinderSempervivum tectorum - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden

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   Sempervivum tectorum. Back to Previous Page. More Images. Common Name: house leek. Type: Herbaceous perennial. Family: Crassulaceae. Native Range: Central Europe. Zone: 3 to 8. Height: 0.50 to 1.00 feet. Spread: 0.50 to 1.50 feet. Bloom Time: June to July. Bloom Description: Reddish purple. Sun: Full sun. Water: Dry to medium. Maintenance: Low.

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   Apr 28, 2022 · The genus Sempervivum (also known as the houseleek plant) has been given the nickname of "live-forever" due to its resilience and strength, according to Britannica.The houseleek plant also goes by other names as well, such as hens-and-chicks, due to its rosette shape similar to the bottom of a hen and its ability to create multiple hatchlings (via Gardening Know How).