Are Orostachys Malacophylla and Phedimus Aizoon in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Crassulaceae.

Can you substitute Orostachys Malacophylla for Phedimus Aizoon?

They share the Crassulaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Orostachys Malacophylla vs Phedimus Aizoon

Orostachys malacophylla · Phedimus aizoon

Orostachys Malacophylla

Orostachys malacophylla

T Traditional Use

Family: Crassulaceae
Genus: Orostachys
Primary use: medicinal

Phedimus Aizoon

Phedimus aizoon

T Traditional Use

Family: Crassulaceae
Genus: Phedimus
Primary use: medicinal

Phedimus aizoon is a species of succulent herbaceous perennial plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is native to China, the Russian Far East, Korea, Japan, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan, where it grows on rugged terrain. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant, but is also edible.

At a glance

· Both in Crassulaceae, but different genera (Orostachys vs Phedimus).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Orostachys Malacophylla: T; Phedimus Aizoon: T.