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Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Macrantha'
Also Known As
- Cotyledon macrantha
- Cotyledon orbiculata longifolia
- Pig's Ear
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Macrantha' plant details
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Macrantha' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall orange and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Macrantha'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange and red blooms in fall
- Uses: container plant, desert garden, easy-to-grow, firescaping/fire wise, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Macrantha'
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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Gardening facts about Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Macrantha' plant
How to Grow Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Macrantha'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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aka Cotyledon orbiculata (Higginsiae Group), Cotyledon orbiculata var. higginsiae
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 6"-15"
Width: 8"-24"
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Cotyledon 'Choco Line'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2"-24"
Width: 6"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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