Sempervivum Succulent
The common names and history of Sempervivum are as interesting as
the plant itself. Translated, Sempervivum means “always living,” or the
common name of live forever. A common European name, derived from the
practice of growing them on rooftops, is houseleek. In the United States
they are most commonly known as hens and chicks, though they are
sometimes called cats and kittens or even old man and old woman.
The common names and history of Sempervivum are as interesting as
the plant itself. Translated, Sempervivum means “always living,” or the
common name of live forever. A common European name, derived from the
practice of growing them on rooftops, is houseleek. In the United States
they are most commonly known as hens and chicks, though they are
sometimes called cats and kittens or even old man and old woman.
