Cotyledon orbiculata 'Huisriver Pass' - Huis River Pig's Ear
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Huisriver Pass' - Huis River Pig's Ear
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Huisriver Pass' - Huis River Pig's Ear Flowers

Huis River Pig’s Ear – Cotyledon orbiculata ‘Huisrivier Pass’

R59.00

Well rooted plant ± 12 cm in height

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Description

The leaves are typically grey-green or silvery-grey and round to oval-shaped. When sun stressed, the edges of each leaf are adorned with striking purple or burgundy margins.

Family:

Crassulaceae

Genus:

Common Name(s):

'Huisriver Pass'

Mature Size:

30+ cm in height

Origin:

Karoo region - South Africa

Dormancy:

Flower Colours:

Orange - Red

Bloom Season:

Winter - Spring

Sun Exposure:

Indirect light - Partial shade

Watering:

Every 2 weeks (Only when soil is dry)

Temperatures:

10 - 23+°C

Toxic:

Yes, if ingested

Skin Ailments

The fleshy part of a peeled leaf is commonly applied as a poultice to soften and remove painful corns, warts, boils, and other skin inflammations or eruptions.

Pain Relief

The warmed leaf juice is used as drops to treat earaches and toothaches.

Internal Medicine

A single leaf may be eaten orally as a vermifuge to expel intestinal worms.

 

Important Safety Note

While the plant has a long history of traditional use, it contains bufadienolide-type cardiac glycosides (specifically cotyledontoxin), which are toxic to livestock (sheep, goats, cattle, etc.) and can cause a condition known as krimpsiekte. Therefore, caution should be exercised with its use, and it is not recommended for self-medication without expert supervision.

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