Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga
Also Known As
- Cotyledon 'Flavida'
- Cotyledon 'Grey Sticks'
- Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga 'Flavida'
- Cotyledon teretifolia
- Finger Aloe
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 36"-48"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga plant details
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer apricot flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: apricot blooms in summer
- 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
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Gardening facts about Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga plant
How to Grow Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- apricot
Flower Season
- summer
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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