Cotyledon undulata
Also known as: Silver crown
Silver waves: wavy-edged grey paddle rosettes with red rims — sculptural and slow. It belongs to the Cotyledon genus, comes from South Africa, stays around Rosettes 20–40 cm, and tolerates USDA 9b–11; protect below 2 °C. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Cotyledon
- Origin: South Africa
- Mature size: Rosettes 20–40 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 9b–11; protect below 2 °C
- Toxicity: ⚠️ Toxic to pets
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Cotyledon
- Origin
- South Africa
- Mature size
- Rosettes 20–40 cm
- Growth habit
- Sculptural wavy-edged grey paddle rosettes
- Leaf colour
- Grey-white wavy-edged paddle leaves with red rims
- Flower colour
- Orange bells
- Hardiness
- USDA 9b–11; protect below 2 °C
- Toxicity
- ⚠️ Toxic to pets
- Other names
- Silver crown
About the Cotyledon undulata
Silver waves: wavy-edged grey paddle rosettes with red rims — sculptural and slow. Same toxicity note as all cotyledons (keep from pets).
Care and cultivation
Shrubby South Africans with thick decorative leaves. Bright light, normal succulent mix, moderate water. Toxic to pets. Light: Bright light with some direct sun. Water: Every 2 weeks in growth; little in winter. Soil: Standard succulent mix.
Description
Cotyledon undulata is a Cotyledon succulent from South Africa. Silver waves: wavy-edged grey paddle rosettes with red rims — sculptural and slow. Same toxicity note as all cotyledons (keep from pets).
Identification
Key identification features: Grey-white wavy-edged paddle leaves with red rims leaves in a Sculptural wavy-edged grey paddle rosettes form, reaching Rosettes 20–40 cm. Also known as Silver crown. Nickname: 'Silver waves cotyledon'. Nickname: 'Silver waves cotyledon'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Cotyledon undulata?
Every 2 weeks in growth; little in winter. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and reduce water in winter.
Is Cotyledon undulata toxic to pets?
⚠️ Toxic to pets. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.
Related succulents
Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Cotyledon undulata, supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.