height | 2–3ft | |
width | 2–3ft | |
tolerates | Coast, Cool Summers, Drought, Fog, Pots, Salt, Wind | |
water needs |
Low – Moderate | |
water info |
Being primarily from South Africa, cotyledons are particularly well adapted to California’s climate and are drought tolerant, this green form of C. orbiculata does like a bit more water than the silver leafed forms. If you see your cotyledon begin to shrivel or lose firmness, your plant is likely totally dry and should be watered. Remember that if kept in a small pot your plant will want more frequent watering. |
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hardy to |
22F | |
exposure | Part Shade – Full Sun | |
indoor outdoor |
Outdoor | |
drainage | In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil | |
fertilizing | All Purpose | |
origin | South Africa | |
california native |
No | |
sunset zones |
13–24, H2 |
Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.
Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams,
but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.
Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.