Plants in genus cotyledon
Cotyledon tomentosa
Cotyledon tomentosa, also known as the Bear's Paw, is a succulent with green/yellow leaves edged in brown. It produces yellow, orange, and red flowers in spring and is easy to care for, preferring well-draining soil and full sun. This plant can be grown indoors or outdoors and requires minimal watering, making it ideal for succulent enthusiasts.
Cotyledon orbiculata
Cotyledon orbiculata, a succulent from Namibia, is recognized for its rounded silver leaves with red edges and yellow-red flowers that bloom from winter to summer. This perennial herb thrives in full sun, requiring at least six hours of sunlight daily, and prefers dry, well-draining soil. It is low-maintenance, needing water only when the soil is completely dry, and grows well in average household humidity. Its compact size and unique leaf coloration make it a charming addition to any succulent collection.
Cotyledon 'Bear Paw'
Cotyledon 'Bear Paw' is a succulent native to Madagascar, known for its velvety green leaves shaped like a bear's paw. This plant is a charming addition to succulent collections.
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Frostbite'
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Frostbite' is a drought-tolerant succulent that thrives in sunny areas. It is known for its ability to reproduce in various ways and requires ample light for optimal growth.
Cotyledon pendens 'Cliff Cotyledon'
Cotyledon pendens, known as 'Cliff Cotyledon', is a small shrub native to Namibia, characterized by its thin stems and oval-shaped leaves with a white powdery coating. The leaves can turn red at the tips and shift from light green to soft yellow in bright light. It thrives in well-drained soil with good air permeability and requires moderate watering. This plant is suitable for temperatures between 30°F and 50°F and can be grown in ceramic pots. It adapts well to average household humidity levels.
Cotyledon 'Choco Line'
Cotyledon 'Choco Line' is a succulent that thrives in ample light, making it perfect for a south-facing location. Known for its drought tolerance, this plant reproduces in various ways and requires minimal care, making it a great choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Happy Young Lady'
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Happy Young Lady' is a drought-tolerant succulent that thrives in ample light, ideally in a south-facing location. It requires porous, well-draining soil and minimal watering, with drought periods between waterings to prevent water-logging. This plant is known for its adaptability and ease of propagation.
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Scallop Clam'
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Scallop Clam' is a drought-tolerant succulent that thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil. It requires minimal watering, with drought periods between waterings to prevent water-logging. This plant reproduces in numerous ways, making it a resilient addition to xeriscapes or rock gardens. Its unique growth habit and low maintenance needs make it an attractive choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga
These drought-tolerant plants reproduce in numerous ways and thrive in sunny areas. They require porous, well-draining soil and minimal watering, with drought periods between waterings to prevent water-logging.
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Ping Pong'
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Ping Pong' is a rare succulent with round, chubby leaves that can turn dark purple when stressed. It is hardy and easy to care for, thriving in temperatures between 59-77°F and humidity levels of 50-70%. This plant is ideal for succulent enthusiasts.
Cotyledon 'Mint Truffles'
Cotyledon 'Mint Truffles' is a drought-tolerant succulent that reproduces in various ways. It grows best in sunny areas with porous, well-draining soil and requires minimal watering.
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Silver Peak'
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Silver Peak' is a drought-tolerant plant that naturally grows in sunny areas and requires porous, well-draining soil. It needs little watering and benefits from dry periods between waterings to prevent water-logging.
Cotyledon tomentosa 'Variegata'
Cotyledon tomentosa 'Variegata' is a perennial succulent known for its green, fleshy leaves covered in dense white hairs. The leaf tips feature red claw-like teeth, adding to its ornamental appeal. Native to South Africa, it thrives in warm, dry, and sunny environments. The plant produces yellow flowers from July to September and is best propagated by cuttings.
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Flavida'
This perennial succulent from South Africa features grayish-green, finger-like leaves that turn purplish under stress and drought. It grows up to 2 feet in height and 4 feet in diameter, forming a dense clump of slowly spreading groundcover. Pale orange, bell-shaped flowers bloom in the spring, and the plant favors a well-drained soil mix. It is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering.