Try the bear paw succulent if you are new to cultivating succulents.
What is a Bear Paw Succulent?
The bear paw (Cotyledon tomentosa) has fluffy leaves with dark red borders and top ends that resemble an animal’s foot or paw. When the plant is a little strained, the dark red develops and helps the form stand out, attracting attention to the lovely shrub-like plant. Its leaves become fatter as more water is held in them, making them tiny and delicate.
A succulent indoor plant for beginners to indoor gardening is the bear paw. Tomentosa is a botanical name for anything coated with short, thick, matted hairs or fuzz. The phrase will probably be used in conjunction with other botanical plant names.
Contrary to popular belief, growing succulent plants with fuzzy leaves are not tricky. Watering the plant’s roots and, if possible, keeping the leaves dry are the two most crucial things to remember. The recommendation to hydrate succulents is sound.
Bear Paw Succulents Growing
Learn the fundamentals of bear paw succulent care, whether this is your first time cultivating succulents or if you are new to doing so. Plant it in the appropriate soil, to begin with. Succulents need soil to prevent water from collecting at the roots.
Root rot may result from too much water surrounding plant roots. Succulents are often found in arid regions with little rainfall. Since they can store water in their leaves for later irrigation, many of them are used to dry soil permanently. Grow the bear paw in a gritty mixture that drains effectively. Use pebbles, pumice, and coarse sand as soil additions.
While most succulents benefit from moisture, too much watering is not good. More frequent watering is required, but it must be distributed more evenly than with ornamentals that are not succulents. The leading cause of succulent death is overwatering.
Care of Bear Paw Plants
Put the plant in a well-lit area both indoors and outdoors. Some advocate getting a complete sunspot, while the majority suggest getting used to the early light. Naturally, this is influenced by the season and place.
In more southern regions, the afternoon light may be too strong for the plant, resulting in leaf drop. The majority of producers advise six hours of direct, strong light. Once you have found your plant, you may make a judgement.
During the spring, the contented bear claw may grow large, orange bell-shaped blooms. Water it in the early spring if your climate allows it to grow outside through the winter. To promote blooming, you may gently fertilise after watering with phosphorous-rich food. Avoid using too much water in the winter. This plant is dormant in the summer and not cold-hardy.