Cotyledon pendens - Cliff Cotyledon

$6.99

SKU:S2KY3428

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Cliff Cotyledon (Cotyledon pendens) (van Jaarsveld): A unique trailing succulent of pistachio green leaves. Its fleshy, teardrop-shaped leaves have a powdery, glaucous coating and take on bright red margins when grown in direct sunlight. The stems branch freely and can grow into a thick cascade up to 2.0' long. In the wild, it grows hanging from cliff crevices in South Africa where it receives full sun and summer rainfall. This miniature plant has large, bell-shaped blooms striped in coral and white.

Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need ample sunlight, good drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.

This variety is easy to re-root from stem cuttings. Look to our Succulent Cuttings Guide for tips on succulent propagation.

Full Cotyledon Guide

Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

All Seasonal Colors

Blue / Blue-green, Red

Bloom Color

Pink Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun

Maximum Height

Over 12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Hanging / Trailing, Low Growing / Creeping

Special Characteristic

Easy to Propagate, Showy Blooms

USDA Zone map for average annual extreme minimum temperatures

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

WHAT IS MY HARDINESS ZONE?

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Questions & Answers

Popular Questions

3 years ago

Safe for pets

3 years ago • Staff Answer

Some species of Cotyledon have been shown to be mildly toxic to pets. Therefore, we don't include them in our list of pet safe succulents. You can see that list by clicking the link below.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/pet-...

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3 years ago

does this have blooms

3 years ago • Staff Answer

It can bloom in the midsummer! The flowers are a reddish pink color and are quite beautiful!

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2 years ago

Can the Cotyledon penden be planted in the same pot as a string of pearls/ Senecio rowles variegated?

2 years ago • Staff Answer

You could, as they're fairly close in care needs. String of Pearls tends to like a bit more frequent water than Cotyledon pendens, but if you use well-draining pots and soil, you could probably keep both plants quite happy.

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3 years ago

When a plant description says (plug), does that mean you get a tiny bit if the plant? Thanks

3 years ago • Staff Answer

That [plug] tag just means you get a really tiny plant! It's a whole plant with leaves, stems (if applicable) and roots but it's just much smaller than the 2" pot varieties. It would probably fit in a 1.5" pot, just to put it in perspective, but they ship bare root.

I'll post a video here that explains plugs in more detail.
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lscfP...

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3 years ago

Hello...does this come in a 2" pot/or cutting AND is it variegated??? THANKS!!!

3 years ago • Staff Answer

This plant comes fully rooted in a 2" pot. It's not variegated.

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10 months ago

How do I get my Cotyledon pendens leaves full and not flat without drowning the plant?

10 months ago • Staff Answer

First, make sure the plant is receiving enough sunlight. An unobstructed south facing window is ideal for indoor growth. Outdoors, think partial sun. Making sure the plant has enough light helps prevent rot by drying the soil and encouraging the plant to use the water it has available.

Be sure your soil and pot are well draining. If your soil is too gritty it may not hold onto water long enough for the plant to drink. Not gritty enough, and you risk rotting the plant. One part potting soil and two parts mineral grit is a great mix. Miracle Gro's succulent mix may seem rich for most succulents, but it's perfect for Cotyledon pendens.

Tweak your watering a little bit, but be careful. Succulents tolerate underwatering very well, but prolonged underwatering can slow down growth and make the leaves appear shriveled. As long as your soil and light are on point, you should be able to increase your watering frequency without much trouble. When you water, be sure to deeply drench the soil until water comes out the pot's drainage holet.

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1 year ago

How often does this plant bloom? How long do the blooms last? I saw it in bloom and it is breathtaking.

1 year ago • Staff Answer

With good care and lots of light, this plant will bloom yearly once mature. It blooms during the summer months. The flowers may last for one or two weeks.

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1 year ago

I am interested in cotyledon pendens. Is it too cold to ship this plant to zone 8 or should I wait a few months to

1 year ago • Staff Answer

You can ship it now, but we'd highly recommend ordering a heat pack to go along with it. You can find these heat packs by clicking the link below.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/unih...

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3 years ago

What trailing succulents trailing are good for hot Texas weather full sun

3 years ago • Staff Answer

Click the link below to see all of our full sun trailing succulents. Please note that in the hottest conditions, you will have to water more than you would normally.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/hang...

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1 year ago

Do you have any hanging succulents for patio (morning sun) ?

1 year ago • Staff Answer

The trailing plants at the link below can tolerate slightly less sun than most succulents. Do note, these are soft / tender succulents and need to be brought indoors if there is any chance of frost.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/hang...