Variegated Bear's Paw Succulent Plant - Cotyledon tomentosa 4 inch Pot

Cotyledon tomentosa, commonly known as Bear's Paw, is a charming small succulent prized for its thick, fuzzy leaves tipped with distinctive claw-like points. This variegated form adds creamy yellow and white marbling to the green foliage, creating a bright, eye-catching display. Bear's Paw succulents are well suited to containers, windowsills, and sunny indoor gardens, where their compact, shrubby habit and unusual leaf shape make them a favorite among succulent collectors.

Grown as a houseplant or in frost-free outdoor gardens, this slow-growing succulent offers year-round interest and can produce nodding, bell-shaped orange flowers in season. The variegated Bear's Paw is an excellent choice for succulent arrangements, rock gardens, and mixed planters.

Plant Features

• Variegated foliage with creamy yellow and white marbling
• Thick, fuzzy leaves with characteristic claw-like tips
• Compact, shrubby growth habit
• Produces bell-shaped orange flowers in season
• Well suited to containers and indoor growing

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Cotyledon tomentosa
• Plant Type: Succulent
• Sunlight: Bright light to full sun
• Soil: Well-draining cactus or succulent mix
• Water Requirements: Low; allow soil to dry between waterings
• Growth Habit: Compact, shrubby
• Bloom Season: Spring to summer
• Mature Height: Typically under 12 inches

Planting & Care

When repotting, choose a container with drainage holes and use a fast-draining succulent mix. Place in a location with bright light, such as a south- or west-facing window, and acclimate gradually to direct sun to prevent leaf scorch. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry, then allow it to dry out completely before watering again. Reduce watering during cooler months.

Variegated Bear's Paw benefits from good air circulation and protection from excessive moisture. Avoid overhead watering and keep water off the fuzzy leaves to reduce the risk of rot. Fertilize lightly during the growing season with a balanced succulent fertilizer diluted to half strength.

What's Included

One variegated Bear's Paw succulent plant (Cotyledon tomentosa) in a 4-inch pot.