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Cotyledon tomentosa ladysmithiensis 10.5cm H15cm

Cotyledon tomentosa ladysmithiensis 10.5cm H15cm

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The classic Bear’s Paw—thick, fuzzy leaves with “toothy” tips and a compact, branching habit. Ideal for collectors who love tactile succulents.

  • Full Botanical Name: Cotyledon tomentosa subsp. ladismithiensis
  • Common Names: Bear’s Paw
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: South Africa
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Arid hillsides with sparse rainfall and strong sun

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright light to full sun
  • Ideal Room: South/west window
  • Feeding: Occasional cactus feed in growth
  • Humidity: Low
  • Ideal Temperature: 18–30°C; above 10°C
  • Watering: Infrequent; dry between waterings
  • Pet/Child Safe: Toxic (genus level) — avoid ingestion due to potential cardiac glycosides
  • Soil Type: Mineral, very free-draining mix
  • Propagation: Leaf/stem cuttings
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 10–25 cm; bushy clumps
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Pests and Treatment: Mealybugs/scale
  • Repotting: 2–3 years
  • Pruning: Tip prune to compact
  • Air Purification: Minor
  • Folklore: Fuzzy “paws” seen as good-luck charms
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