An attractive succulent with fleshy grey frosted white leaves and fleshy tubular yellowish-red flowers. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers August to October. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Cotyledon orbiculata
An attractive succulent with fleshy grey frosted white leaves and fleshy tubular yellowish-red flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Cotyledon |
|---|---|
| Species | orbiculata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, white |
| Flowers From | August, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Aphids |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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