How to grow and care for cotyledon orbiculata cv.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating cotyledon orbiculata cv.
cotyledon orbiculata cv. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
15C° ~30C°
Every 14 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Family : Crassulaceae
🌿 Photosynthesis
They use CAM (Crassulacean Acid Metabolism) photosynthesis, common in desert plants. This means they close their stomata during the day to minimize water loss and carry out photosynthesis at night. It's best to water them at night. However, they are sensitive to overwatering, so they should be kept in a well-ventilated environment without excess moisture.
Genus : Cotyledon
🔖 Care Tips
In midsummer, pay attention to plant care. Use shade cloths or ensure good airflow to regulate temperature in hot weather. Succulent leaves may have a white powder, a wax-like substance secreted to prevent moisture loss and protect from strong sunlight. While new leaves can regenerate this powder if removed, older leaves cannot. It's best to leave the white powder intact.
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant grows in the dry and hot regions of South Africa. It thrives in dry areas with strong sunlight.
🪨 Soil Mix
Plants that prefer dry environments should be planted in well-draining soil. Typically, succulents use a soil mix of potting soil and pumice in a 3:7 ratio. However, this ratio can vary depending on the situation and environment.
🌡️ Environment
Maintain daytime temperatures between 18-25°C and nighttime temperatures at 10°C. Since this plant grows in dry areas, keep the humidity at a dry 40-50%.
👀 Characteristics details
This plant stores water in its leaves. If the leaves become wrinkled, it means the plant needs water, so please water it.
☀️ Light
Plants grow healthier with more light. If they lack light, their color may fade, so ensure they receive enough light. In summer, use a shade cloth to avoid strong sunlight.
💧 Water
Do not water too frequently. Water when the leaves become wrinkled or soft. In summer, growth slows, and in winter, the plant goes dormant, so it's best to water when the soil is completely dry. This plant closes its stomata during the day and does not transpire, so it's better to water at night. After watering, place the plant in a well-ventilated area.
🌱 Propagate
Unlike other succulents, leaf cuttings do not propagate well. Therefore, it is better to propagate using stem cuttings. In spring, cut a healthy stem and let it dry for a few days before planting it deeply in soil without fertilizer. Do not water for 3-7 days after planting, as the stem may rot without roots. Avoid exposing the cutting to bright light initially; gradually increase light exposure to help it adapt. Maintain high humidity and keep the temperature between 20-25°C.
🪴 Repot
Repot healthy plants every 2-3 years in spring, as they grow slowly. Water them 4-7 days after repotting, not immediately.
💊 Fertilize
Spring and fall are the growing seasons. Using fertilizer according to the recommended amount during these times can promote more vigorous growth.
😵 Toxicity
Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.
water
How to water cotyledon orbiculata cv.
How often should I water?
check cotyledon orbiculata cv. Every 14 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
The soil should be at least 90% dry before watering again. this means about every 2 weeks in the warm season and about every 4 weeks in the cold season
Signs that it really needs water
leaves look a little wrinkled
Light & Location
How much light does a cotyledon orbiculata cv. need?
Bright direct light
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
cotyledon orbiculata cv. likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Houseplants
-15
15~30℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow cotyledon orbiculata cv. at home, make sure the temperature is 15~30℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
0
40~70%
100
cotyledon orbiculata cv. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of cotyledon orbiculata cv. is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Saxifragales, Family: Crassulaceae, Genus: Cotyledon, Species: cotyledon orbiculata cv.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Habitat | South Africa |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Cotyledon |
| Species | cotyledon orbiculata cv. |
Is your plant sick?
Track what happened. We’ll let you know the cause and treatment shortly!
1:1 Expert Help
You’ll get professional feedback within 24 hours from an expert on our team.
feedback will include