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Cotyledon · SUCCSCCO

Cotyledon pendens

Crassulaceae
★★★★★ 4.80 · 124 reviews | In stock

Cotyledon pendens · a succulent from the Crassulaceae family, with fleshy leaves that often have colored edges. Grown in our Almería desert nursery in full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the plant pictured is the one you will receive.

Price range: 4,50 € through 5,49 € IVA incluido
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About Cotyledon pendens

Cotyledon pendens is a succulent of the Crassulaceae family, native to South Africa and Arabian Peninsula. It stands out for opposite decussate leaves with marked margin, a peculiarity that has fascinated botanists and enthusiasts for generations.

At Succulentae we grow every Cotyledon pendens directly in our nursery in southeastern Spain, in conditions of intense sun, low humidity and mineral substrate that replicate its natural habitat. That’s why you receive a robust plant, with marked natural color and hardened against sun and drought.

Botanical fact sheet

Scientific name Cotyledon pendens
Family Crassulaceae
Origin South Africa and Arabian Peninsula
Natural habitat rocky scrubland
Adult size 30-100 cm depending on species
Flowering red-orange pendulous bells
Propagation stem or leaf cutting
Toxicity toxic if ingested

Did you know?

Its bell-shaped pendulous flowers in fiery colors have earned it in southern Africa the poetic names “Cigarettes Plant” or “Pig’s Ear”.

Light

Very bright, indirect or filtered light. Ideal near a south or east window.

Water

Water when the substrate is completely dry. In summer every 1-2 weeks, let it rest in winter (every 3-4 weeks or less).

Substrate

Mineral substrate with high drainage: pumice, akadama and a little peat. We ship it ready in its substrate — no repotting needed for 12-18 months.

Temperature

Ideal between 18 and 28 °C. Tolerates down to 5 °C in winter if the substrate is dry. Protect from frost.

Botanical fact sheet
Botanical name
Cotyledon pendens
Genus · species
Cotyledon · pendens
Family
Crassulaceae
Origin
Mexico, South Africa, Madagascar
Natural habitat
Rocky slopes, Mediterranean climates
Growth rate
Slow — 2 to 4 cm per year
Lifespan
15-30 years with proper care
Flowering
Spring · panicle inflorescences
Propagation
Leaf or stem cutting
Toxicity
Non-toxic to pets
4,8
based on 117 reviews

"Arrived in perfect condition and very well packaged. The plant is gorgeous, even better than in the photo."

María G. · ES

"Fast service, healthy and beautiful plant. Will order again."

Thomas R. · FR

"Very happy with the purchase. Only minus one star because it took an extra day."

Anna B. · DE
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