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Introduction<\/h2>\n

Many of these photos are by Amante Darmanin, who took them in the field in South Africa. Cotyledon<\/em> is a genus of succulent plants, many from South Africa. Cotyledon orbiculata<\/em> is a variable species that can grow to more than 1 m tall as a shrubby plant, or it can remain small. It typically flowers in July\u2013August, during winter in southern Africa.<\/p>\n

The Details<\/h3>\n

Cotyledon<\/em> species have gray-green leaves (sometimes up to 13 \u00d7 7 cm) that naturally develop a white, powdery coating (farina) on their surfaces. This farina helps reflect sunlight and conserve water. If a leaf surface is brushed or lightly disturbed, the farina smudges; rain usually does not dislodge it.<\/p>\n

In winter, C. orbiculata<\/em> bears orange-red to salmon, bell-shaped, pendant flowers. Cotyledon orbiculata<\/em> is a popular hobby plant, and many varieties are in cultivation.<\/p>\n

Additional Reading: Phylogenetics and diversification of Cotyledon<\/a><\/p>\n

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Cotyledon orbiculata var spuria <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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Cotyledon orbiculata <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>\n

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