Cotyledon orbiculata oophylla

Pig's Ear Variegated

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A robust succulent shrub featuring thick grey-green leaves with creamy margins that turn red in intense light. Native to South Africa, highly drought tolerant.
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Plant Details

Common Name Pig's Ear Variegated
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Cotyledon
Species Orbiculata
Variety oophylla
Origin South Africa
Blooming Winter to Spring, pendulous orange-red bell flowers
Leaf Color Grey-green with cream edges, red margins in sun
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Mineral-based cactus mix with high perlite/pumice content for rapid drainage

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Watering

Water deeply only when soil is bone dry. Reduce significantly during dormancy (winter) to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright light to maintain variegation; direct sun in winter, filtered in summer heat extremes

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer at 1/2 strength once monthly during active growth (Spring-Summer)

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Pruning

Pinch growing tips to encourage bushiness; remove dead leaves immediately

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

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 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 65%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1800 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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