Status:
valid
Authors:
Harv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 2: 373 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624029
Common Names
- Cotyledon tomentosa
- Tomentosa Cotyledon
- Cotyledon Tomentosa
Synonyms
- Cotyledon tomentosa tomentosa [unknown]
Description
Cotyledon tomentosa (also called Bear's Paw, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves that are covered in a white, woolly down. It produces yellow flowers in the summer months.
Uses & Benefits
Cotyledon tomentosa 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 tomentosa sub. ladismithiensis (Poelln.) Toelken
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cotyledon tomentosa has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cotyledon tomentosa is a succulent plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings or by seed. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Cotyledon tomentosa
Cotyledon tomentosa is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Cotyledon tomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cotyledon tomentosa?
Cotyledon tomentosa
What is the common name of Cotyledon tomentosa?
Bear's paw
What is the natural habitat of Cotyledon tomentosa?
Cotyledon tomentosa is native to South Africa.
Species in the Cotyledon genus
Cotyledon adscendens,
Cotyledon barbeyi,
Cotyledon campanulata,
Cotyledon cuneata,
Cotyledon eliseae,
Cotyledon orbiculata,
Cotyledon papillaris,
Cotyledon pendens,
Cotyledon tomentosa,
Cotyledon velutina,
Cotyledon woodii,
Cotyledon elongata,
Cotyledon adscendens,
Cotyledon gloeophylla,
Cotyledon egglii,
Cotyledon xanthantha,
Cotyledon petiolaris,
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,