Cotyledon: Stalwart Beauties of the Sunlands

Cotyledon comes down to us from the rugged hills and dry valleys of southern Africa—plants shaped by sun, wind, and the stubborn will to live. Their fleshy leaves, often dusted with a silvery bloom, stand like little shields against the heat. Some curve like pig’s ears, others rise like sculpted paddles, each form carrying the quiet dignity of a plant that survives by wisdom, not hurry.

Give Cotyledon what it knows best: full sun, sharp drainage, and a sparing hand with water. These succulents repay restraint with steady growth, soft-toned colors, and the occasional nodding flower stalk. Whether tucked into a rock garden or perched in a weathered pot on a windowsill, Cotyledon brings a kind of homely strength—beauty forged by patience and light.