Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
orbiculata
ID:
624556

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 429 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623888

Common Names

  • Cotyledon Orbiculata
  • Orbiculata Plant
  • Orbiculata's Plant

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Synonyms

  • Sedum decussatum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sedum orbiculatum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cotyledon ambigua Salisb. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon ausana Dinter [unknown]
  • Cotyledon canaliculata Baker [unknown]
  • Cotyledon decussata Sims [unknown]
  • Cotyledon elata Haw. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon engleri Dinter & A.Berger [unknown]
  • Cotyledon mucronata Lam. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon orbiculata dinteri H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Cotyledon ovata Haw. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon papillaris Haw. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon ramosa Haw. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon ramosissima Mill. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon tricuspidata Harv. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon ungulata Lam. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon decussata henrichseniana H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Cotyledon orbiculata ausana (Dinter) H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Cotyledon orbiculata higginsiae H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Cotyledon orbiculata orbiculata [unknown]
  • Cotyledon orbiculata oophylla Dinter [unknown]

Description

Cotyledon orbiculata (also called Round-leaved Cotyledon, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a small, upright plant that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It has thick, fleshy leaves and yellow, round-shaped flowers. It is found in rocky, sandy, and clay soils in the arid regions of South Africa.

Uses & Benefits

Cotyledon orbiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cotyledon orbiculata var. flanaganii (Schönland & Baker f.) Toelken
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga (Haw.) DC.
Cotyledon orbiculata var. spuria (L.) Toelken
Cotyledon orbiculata var. dactylopsis Toelken

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cotyledon orbiculata has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cotyledon orbiculata is a succulent native to South Africa. It is best grown in a warm, dry environment with bright, direct light. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or by seed. The seeds need to be sown on a well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of 70-85°F (21-29°C) for germination.

Where to Find Cotyledon orbiculata

Cotyledon orbiculata is native to South Africa and can be found in temperate forests.

Cotyledon orbiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cotyledon orbiculata?

Cotyledon orbiculata

What type of plant is Cotyledon orbiculata?

Shrub

Where does Cotyledon orbiculata originate from?

South Africa

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

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