Cotyledon Elephant's Trunk

(Cotyledon orbiculata ‘Elephant’s Trunk’)

A rare, sculptural South African succulent with thick curved silver-green leaves resembling an elephant's trunk — a standout collector's piece.


Height: 10cm - 15cm

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Dimensions: 16cm Diameter x 14cm Height

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Dimensions: 14cm Diameter x 13cm Height

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Dimensions: 14.5cm Diameter x 13.5cm Height

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Description

The Cotyledon Elephant's Trunk is one of those rare plants that stops people in their tracks. Its thick, upward-curving, cylindrical leaves are coated in a fine silvery-white powder and taper to a blunt tip — creating an uncanny resemblance to the trunk of an elephant that gives this remarkable succulent its name. Native to the rocky, sun-baked landscapes of South Africa, it is genetically built for heat, drought, and bright light — making it one of the most naturally suited succulents for life in Dubai. It is an extremely slow grower, which makes each plant all the more special and collectable. Given sufficient light and the occasional deep watering, it will eventually reward its owner with tall flower stems bearing clusters of pendulous, waxy, orange-red bell-shaped blooms — a truly breathtaking surprise from such an understated plant. Its compact size makes it perfect for windowsills, shelves, succulent terrariums, and mixed desert garden arrangements. For collectors and design-conscious plant lovers looking for something genuinely unusual, the Elephant's Trunk Plant is an extraordinary find.

Caring for your Cotyledon Elephant's Trunk

Difficulty Level - Carefree
Light Requirements Size Guide
- Bright Light
Pet Friendliness - No