Shrubby branching plant with thick fleshy stems. Leaves are white-frosted-waxy and are white or grey in colour and grow to about 14cm long. Flowers are tubular shaped, red or yellowish-red in colour and are about 1.5-2cm long. Flowering is from late summer to autumn. Cotyledon orbiculata is a small plant growing to about 1m high and 50cm wide. Cotyledon prefers a sunny location, but tolerates partial shade. Be sure the soil drains well. It also requires excellent air circulation to prevent rot and other diseases.
- Type
- Exotic
- Container
- One
- Size
- Small shrubs 0.5 - 3 metres
- Zones
- Semi-arid with winter rain, Moist temperate with warm summers
- Soils
- Sandy, Loam, Clay
- Tolerances
- Wind
- Regions
- Central Highlands Garden, Habitat plants
- Shade levels
- Full sun, Sun/shade
- Flowering seasons
- Summer, Autumn
- Colours
- Yellow, Red, White
- Gardens
- Backyard Garden, Mediterranean Garden