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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

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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

Light Shade. Indoor/ Outdoor (Patio). Clusters of orange, pendulous, bell shaped flowers.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

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

  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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