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Cotyledon tomentosa
A cute succulent with bear paw-shaped leaves. Characterized by claw-like protrusions at leaf tips.
Cotyledon tomentosa (Bear's Paw) is a succulent from the Little Karoo region of South Africa. It takes its common name from the rounded, densely fuzzy leaves tipped with reddish-brown claw-like projections resembling the paws of a bear. The claw tips intensify in color during cooler months, and tubular orange-red flowers appear in spring. Plants grow 15–30 cm tall. Full sun produces the best coloration and compact growth. Watering should be done only when the soil is dry; summer heat and humidity require vigilant attention to prevent rot in the dense leaf hairs. Water should be applied at the base rather than overhead to avoid wetting the hairs. Minimum temperature of 3–5°C is tolerated. Stem cuttings propagate readily. The subspecies ladismithiensis (White Bear) has denser white hairs and is sold as a separate variety.
Origen
South Africa (Little Karoo region)
Esperanza de vida
Perennial
Tamaño
15-30cm
Temperatura
3〜35℃
Humedad
30〜50%
Moderate watering
日当たりの良い場所で育てる
水やりは土が乾いてから
過湿は根腐れの原因
冬は5℃以上を維持
挿し木で増やせるが根付くまで時間がかかる
Beginner. Esta es una especie amigable para principiantes. No requiere equipo especial ni experiencia, y puede mantenerse con éxito con una configuración de cuidado básica.
La temperatura ideal para Bear's Paw es 3〜35℃. La humedad recomendada es 30〜50%. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
La esperanza de vida promedio de Bear's Paw es Perennial. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Bear's Paw típicamente alcanza 15-30cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Bear's Paw se alimenta de: Moderate watering. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Bear's Paw varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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