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Cotyledon woodii

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This is a tall growing species with Cotyledon woodii reaching to over 1 metre in height on good conditions. It grows naturally in areas with hot summers and mild winters.

Cotyledon woodii
Cotyledon woodii

The foliage is green with red leave margins being more prominent in winter. Over time it will form a small branching shrub. A few different forms are available, with varying foliage colour.

Cotyledon woodii
Cotyledon woodii

This is a varied group of plants and you may be interested in other Cotyledon species.

How to Grow Cotyledon woodii – Basic Care

A well drained growing medium is essential and a position in good sun is needed.

With a natural trailing habit Cotyledon woodii is best grown in a hanging basket or container, especially in colder climates so it can be given some protection in winter.

C. woodii Grey Leaf Form
C. woodii Grey Leaf Form
  • using a potting mix which has good amounts of pumice and perlite added to improve drainage, or try a specialist cactus and succulent potting mix.
  • Use a liquid seaweed and fish fertiliser every 3 – 4 weeks when in active growth.
  • Grow in full sun to part shade. In hotter climates light afternoon shade is best.
  • Avoid frosts, any frost more than very mild will damage the plant.
  • In cooler climates keep the soil on the drier side through winter, cold and wet are not a good combination.
  • Repot every second or third year
  • Use a liquid seaweed and fish fertiliser every 3 – 4 weeks when in active growth.
Cotyledon woodii Green Leaf Form
Cotyledon woodii Green Leaf Form

Propagation

Generally from seed or from tip cuttings taken through the year and grown on under cover.

Summary Information

  • Botanical Name – Cotyledon woodii
  • Common Name – Wood’s Cotyledon. also Kei River Cotyledon.
  • Family – Crassulaceae
  • Origins – South Africa (Western Cape) along the cliffs above the Kei River.
  • Height – To 1m.
  • Spread – To around .3m
  • Growth rate – Medium.
  • Position – Part shade to Full sun.
  • Soil – Free draining.
  • Flowers – Red.
  • Flowering Time – Winter
  • Foliage – Mid green.
  • Frost tolerant – Light frosts only
  • Drought tolerant – Medium

Cotyledon woodii is available for sale from most specialist succulent nurseries


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