Cotyledon tomentosa 'Bear's Paw' is a distinctive succulent native to South Africa, celebrated for its plump, velvety leaves tipped with reddish-brown 'claws'. This slow-growing plant thrives in arid conditions and makes an eye-catching addition to succulent collections or rock gardens.
Distinctive Features
Fuzzy Leaves: The thick, ovate leaves are covered in fine hairs, giving them a soft, velvety texture.
Claw-Like Tips: Each leaf ends in tiny, tooth-like projections that resemble a bear’s paw, often with reddish edges.
Bright Blooms: Produces bell-shaped, orange to reddish flowers in late spring or summer, attracting pollinators.
Care Tips
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun; avoid harsh afternoon exposure.
Water: Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings; water sparingly in winter.
Humidity: Thrives in dry environments; excessive humidity can cause rot.
Temperature: Best grown in temperatures between 18–24°C; protect from frost.
Fertiliser: Feed with a diluted succulent fertiliser once a month during the growing season.
Potting: Use a well-draining succulent mix in a container with drainage holes.
Propagation: Easily propagated from leaf or stem cuttings; allow cuttings to callous before planting.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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