Cotyledon orbiculata - Pig's Ear

Cotyledon Orbiculata is a plant of the genus Cotyledon in the Crassulaceae family, and they originate from Namibia in southwestern Africa. They are perennial herbs now grown in many parts of the world. They have rounded leaves that are silver with edges that are red. They grow flowers that are yellow-red and bloom from winter to summer. 

They’re easy to grow, so these plants are great for beginners! 

Care Tips

Light: They love the sun, and it’s required for them to be in full sun for 6 hours per day to grow well. 

Water: ​​Water them very well when the soil is fully dry. 

Soil: The soil of Cotyledon Orbiculata should be loose, airy and well-drained with a mixture of peat, vermiculite and perlite. 

Potting: It is recommended to use ceramic pots. Ceramic pots have a certain degree of permeability. Clay pots lose water too quickly, and plastic pots tend to retain water for too long and permeability is poor. 

Temperature: The growth temperature is 59-77°F (15-25°C), and it should be no less than 41°F (5℃) in the winter. 

Humidity: Cotyledon Orbiculata grows well in average household humidity levels when grown indoors. They do not like too much humidity. 

Shipping & Handling

• The 2 Inch Cotyledon orbiculata - Pig's Ear plants are shipped with the pot and soil
• The 4 Inch and larger plants are shipped bare roots without the pot and soil:
• We commit to shipping bare roots, which requires more time and labor, and provide excellent quality and service to our customers - see Benefits of Shipping Bare Roots
• You will receive a very similar plant to the one shown in the photos; shape and color may vary
  
• Ship within USA & its outlying territories only
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Care Instructions

Please visit our Succulent Care info page for more details.

To ensure the health of succulents, it is important to plant them in porous, well-draining soil. Succulents require little watering, but don't like to sit in wet soil. To create an adequate cactus mix, simply add pumice, perlite, or grit to cactus soil to provide the proper drainage.

Make sure to leave drought periods between waterings to prevent the plant from water-logging.

Weather Conditions

• When ordering, be mindful that living succulents can be damaged by the cold weather.
• If you live in an area that is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, please add a shipping warmer to your order or consider purchasing plant until the weather is more suitable.
• Shipping Warmer: 72+ Hours Heat Packs available for $1.7 each