Kitten Paws

Cotyledon Tomentosa

Overview

Cotyledon tomentosa, commonly known as Kitten Paws, is a charming succulent with velvety leaves resembling tiny feline feet. This South African native reaches up to 12 inches tall and 24 inches wide. Its pudgy leaves are silver-green with reddish-brown tips. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers full to partial sun and well-draining soil. In late winter to spring, bell-shaped yellow flowers offer a delightful contrast. Ideal for rock gardens and containers.

Sun HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 9–11Type SucculentClimate Temperate

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — but can be grown in containers and brought indoors in cooler climates; in late winter to spring, bell-shaped yellow flowers

Culture

Sun: Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Succulent
Family: Crassulaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — orange flowers in the garden

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — The plant flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11; succulent with orange blooms

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — The plant flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — In late winter to spring, bell-shaped yellow flowers offer a delightful contrast; but can be grown in containers and

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — or as an engaging ground cover; making it versatile for various garden designs.<br><br>Favoring well-draining, image 61

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — is a charming succulent with velvety leaves resembling tiny feline feet; kitten Paws forms a low-growing, image 50

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — but can be grown in containers and brought indoors in cooler climates; in late winter to spring, bell-shaped, image 63

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — commonly known as Kitten Paws

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — is a charming succulent with velvety leaves resembling tiny feline feet; kitten Paws forms a low-growing

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — Each leaf boasts a distinct three to ten "toes" outlined by darker red-brown tips

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — demonstrating excellent drought tolerance

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — making it versatile for various garden designs.<br><br>Favoring well-draining soil; or as an engaging ground cover

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — Ideal for rock gardens and containers; orange flowers in the garden

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — In late winter to spring, bell-shaped yellow flowers offer a delightful contrast; but can be grown in, image 54

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — The plant flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11; succulent with orange blooms, image 62

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — Each leaf boasts a distinct three to ten "toes" outlined by darker red-brown tips; orange flowers in late spring to early

Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — presenting a compelling option for ease of care and sustained aesthetic appeal in their garden layout; succulent for half

$Kitten Paws (Cotyledon Tomentosa) — commonly known as Kitten Paws or Bear\'s Paw; thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers full to partial sun and, image 56$