Cotyledon tomentosa - Bear's Paw

Commonly Known as: Bear's Paw

Care Instructions: Bear's Paw grows in bright, shaded areas where it rarely receives direct sunlight. Plant outdoors in slightly sandy, well-drained soil where water does not collect after rain or irrigation. Potted plants require a container with at least one bottom drainage hole. When planting Bear's Paw in containers, select pots only slightly larger than the root system.

Regular deep watering in the summer, when the plant is actively growing, keeps the Bear's Paw healthy. Water garden plants deeply once weekly when there is no rainfall, supplying about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water. Potted plants require watering when the soil has almost completely dried. Thoroughly drench the soil until the water drains from the bottom hole in the pot, and empty the collected water after the pot finishes draining. Bear's Paw only requires enough water in winter, so the soil does not dry completely, and the plants do not shrivel.

Light fertilization twice monthly is only necessary during the active summer growing season. An all-purpose, water-soluble fertilizer, such as a 24-8-16 blend, works well for succulent plants.

Scientific Classification

Family: Crassulaceae

Subfamily: Kalanchoideae

Genus: Cotyledon 

Origin: Cotyledon tomentosa is native to South Africa (Cape Province).

Hardiness: USDA hardiness zones 9b to 11b: from 25 °F (−3.9 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).

Resources: 

https://worldofsucculents.com