Sedum acre aka Goldmoss Stonecrop

Sedum acre, also known as goldmoss stonecrop, mossy stonecrop, goldmoss sedum, biting stonecrop, and wallpepper, is a low-growing, evergreen succulent plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is native to Europe and also found in North America, Japan, and New Zealand. The plant is adapted to grow in hostile environments such as pavement, seashores, and rocky faces, allowing it to avoid competing with other species. However, it contains a compound that can cause rashes, so it should be handled with care. The goldmoss stonecrop has a moderate growth rate and can spread over a wide area, reaching up to 24 inches in width but only 2 inches in height. Its light green, overlapping foliage has rounded leaves on short, semi-bent stems. The genus name sedum comes from the Latin word for sit 'sedeo,' which references the sprawling nature of the plant's growth, while the species name acre means bitter taste, referring to the bitter, acrid flavor of the leaves. This plant is commonly found in scrubby areas such as ravine edges and rock crevices.