Cotyledon tomentosa subsp. ladismithensis
A compact, rounded, woody-based perennial succulent to 15cm tall, with softly hairy leaves. From late summer to autumn it bears pendulous, bell-shaped orange flowers
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Orange | Green | ||
| Autumn | Orange | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H1CBotanical details
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Cotyledon are succulent perennials and shrubs with simple, opposite leaves and nodding, bell-shaped red, orange or yellow flowers borne in compact panicles
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in standard cactus compost in full light, with shade from hot sun. In the growing season water moderately, avoiding the foliage, and apply a dilute low-nitrogen fertiliser monthly
Propagation
Propagate by seed or stem cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Low Maintenance
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to stem rots if overwatered
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