Sedum divergens is a sprawling succulent with branched stems that root at the nodes and glossy green or reddish-green leaves. It grows up to 4 inches (10 cm) tall and spreads to several feet across. Leaves are fleshy, rounded, up to 0.4 inches (1 cm) long, and arranged neatly in opposite pairs. Flowers are yellow, star-shaped, and appear in summer above the foliage.