This is the first time this little plant has flowered for me. It seems like a odd time of the year to flower but maybe its a sign that spring is not far off. (wishful thinking).
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succulent ID
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jamesfe
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Re: succulent ID
James, it is a Cotyledon (probably orbiculata)
Harry
It looks a bit thirsty. Don't know where you live, but if it is real wintertime at your place, than don't. Only mist a bit.
Harry
It looks a bit thirsty. Don't know where you live, but if it is real wintertime at your place, than don't. Only mist a bit.
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Re: succulent ID
Hi James,
As Harry says, this is a Cotyledon, even though it is so dehydrated it has only produced four, instead of the usual five petals. Perhaps it is trying to become a Kalanchoe?
This plant is seen in cultivation with the name C. galpinii here in the UK, but that name probably does not belong. It seems to be a more compact form of C. elisiae. Coming from the southern coast of SA, it would get rainfall throughout the year and does need watering in winter to keep it going. I find it does not like freezing temperatures.
Best wishes,
Derek Tribble,
London, UK
As Harry says, this is a Cotyledon, even though it is so dehydrated it has only produced four, instead of the usual five petals. Perhaps it is trying to become a Kalanchoe?
This plant is seen in cultivation with the name C. galpinii here in the UK, but that name probably does not belong. It seems to be a more compact form of C. elisiae. Coming from the southern coast of SA, it would get rainfall throughout the year and does need watering in winter to keep it going. I find it does not like freezing temperatures.
Best wishes,
Derek Tribble,
London, UK