Pig's Ear or Round-leafed Navelwort, also called Cotyledon orbiculata, is a plant that was first discovered in the southwest region of South Africa. Cotyledon orbiculata variegated succulent is an ideal succulent to grow because when it blooms, it looks stunning due to its dramatic coloring.
It typically reaches a height of 24 inches between early fall and late summer. This is an extremely rare plant that needs bright indirect sunlight and low water once a week. It can withstand moderate frost. Grassland rocky outcrops are typically where it survives.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Mid winter, summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Cotyledon orbiculata |
| Common Name | Pig's ear |
| Dormancy | Summer |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Flower Color | Redorange, dusky pink |
| Genus | Cotyledon |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 24 in. tall |
| Native Area | South Africa |
| Plant Type | Succulent |
| Propagation | By cuttings, divisions |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, pest resistant, mild frost tolerant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | Succulents potting mix soil |
| Special Features | Easy to maintain |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Toxic for humans, toxic for pets |
| Watering Needs | Low |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Pig's Ear or Round-leafed Navelwort, also called Cotyledon orbiculata, is a plant that was first discovered in the southwest region of South Africa. Cotyledon orbiculata variegated succulent is an ideal succulent to grow because when it blooms, it looks stunning due to its dramatic coloring.
It typically reaches a height of 24 inches between early fall and late summer. This is an extremely rare plant that needs bright indirect sunlight and low water once a week. It can withstand moderate frost. Grassland rocky outcrops are typically where it survives.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Mid winter, summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Cotyledon orbiculata |
| Common Name | Pig's ear |
| Dormancy | Summer |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Flower Color | Redorange, dusky pink |
| Genus | Cotyledon |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 24 in. tall |
| Native Area | South Africa |
| Plant Type | Succulent |
| Propagation | By cuttings, divisions |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, pest resistant, mild frost tolerant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | Succulents potting mix soil |
| Special Features | Easy to maintain |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Toxic for humans, toxic for pets |
| Watering Needs | Low |
