Cotyledon tomentosa - Variegated Bear's Paw

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  • Cotyledon tomentosa - Variegated Bear's Paw
  • Cotyledon tomentosa - Variegated Bear's Paw
  • Cotyledon tomentosa - Variegated Bear's Paw
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Variegated Bear's Paw (Cotyledon tomentosa ssp. tomentosa f. variegata) (Harvey): A small shrublet with thick, wedge-like leaves and a velvety coating. Its fuzzy leaves are striped green and cream and have a toothed edge like claws on a paw. This makes a great houseplant, though it's hard to keep from touching its leaves every time you pass it. It produces pale coral to white flowers.

Please Note: Leaves are very fragile and may fall off during shipping. If your plant is missing some leaves upon arrival, just know they will grow back over time.

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.

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Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

All Seasonal Colors

Yellow / Gold

Bloom Color

Pink Bloom, White Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun

Maximum Height

9"-12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Special Characteristic

Slow Grower, Variegated

USDA Zone map for average annual extreme minimum temperatures

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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3 years ago
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
Hi there!

Yes, this plant will come potted in a 2 inch plastic pot.

If you're looking at a plant on our website, you may notice a section of the listing called "Product Details". In this section, on the right of your screen, if your on a computer, there is a list of information about the plant starting with "COLOR-PRIMARY". One of these list items is called "PRODUCT FORMAT" and it should tell you either what size pot the plant comes in or whether it's a cutting or not. I hope this helps!
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1 year ago
I really want a bear paw, wil they grow in my area?93612 See more »
1 year ago  •  Staff Answer
Bear's Paw will not tolerate frost, but if you plant it in a pot, it's very easy to keep outdoors in warm weather and then bring inside to a sunny sill if there is a chance of below freezing temperatures.
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8 months ago
When i got it it was fuzzy now the leaves are shinny See more »
8 months ago  •  Staff Answer
This most likely means that your plant isn't getting enough sunlight. Try moving the plant to a sunnier window sill or, if you're using a grow light, move the plant closer to the light and keep the light on for 12+ hours per day.
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4 years ago
4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.

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4 years ago
4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.

Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.

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4 years ago
4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.

Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength

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4 years ago
4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.

HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS

  • Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
  • Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
  • Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container…
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4 years ago
4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Different succulent varieties have different light needs. You can find the Recommended Light Conditions on each variety's page by scrolling down to the Product Details. We use four categories of recommended light, and some plants can thrive under a range of light conditions.

LOW INDOOR LIGHT

  • Can grow indoors without direct sun.
  • Placing outdoors in direct sun or on sunny window sills might cause dark burns.
  • There are a limited number of succulent varieties that thrive in low light, notably Haworthia, Gasteria, Peperomia, and some Jade…
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3 years ago
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Many succulent varieties are only available seasonally because of their growing and propagation cycles. During the growing season, we can usually restock sets and trays weekly. Most individual plants will go in and out of stock through the seasons, but they are also restocked weekly when available. Thursday is usually the best day of the week for finding plants in stock. Spring and Summer are generally the best seasons for availability.

Any product that is out of stock has an "Email me when a product is back in stock" button (shown above). Click the button and enter your email to be notified when it's available again. If this button isn't appearing, the plant may have very recently sold out - check back after a short while and the button should appear.

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1 year ago
I have a lot of succulent rescues and some I notice have issues going on that I have not identified yet. Some look like spider mites and meli bugs. I was just wondering if there was an overall spray I can use that would be safe for indoors. See more »
6 months ago  •  Staff Answer
35%-70% isopropyl alcohol works well for killing both mealybugs and spider mites. Spray the affected plant thoroughly, and keep spraying daily until you see no more evidence of pests. General pest prevention strategies include:
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February 17, 2025 by Laura D. (CA, United States)
“Really cute. Looks just like a little bear law. Love it.”
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May 27, 2024 by Wendy B. (CA, United States)
“It arrived beautifully well packaged for their delicate leaves.”
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“Most the leaves had broken off during shipping.”