Cotyledon ladismithiensis iegata

Ladysmith Cotyledon

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A striking South African succulent with thick grey-green leaves edged in red under bright light. Produces small bell-shaped flowers in late winter to early spring.
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Plant Details

Common Name Ladysmith Cotyledon
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Cotyledon
Species Ladismithiensis
Variety iegata
Origin South Africa
Blooming Late winter to early spring, small bell-shaped flowers
Leaf Color Grey-green with red margins in bright light
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Highly porous cactus mix with pumice or perlite for maximum drainage

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Watering

Water deeply only when soil is completely dry. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to prevent rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright light to maintain leaf color; avoid intense midday summer scorch indoors, provide morning sun outdoors

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Fertilization

Apply diluted balanced fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Remove spent flower stalks and dead lower leaves to maintain structure

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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