
Cotyledon papillaris - String Form
Cotyledon papillaris - String Form Cotyledon papillaris string form is a species of succulent plant that belongs to the family Crassulaceae. It is native to the Cape Province of South Africa, and is known for its distinctive papillate (having small, nipple-like projections) leaves. The plant forms a rosette of fleshy, grey-green leaves that are covered with small, raised bumps or papillae. These papillae are thought to help protect the plant from excessive sunlight and water loss, and also give the leaves a unique texture. Cotyledon papillaris string form typically produces a tall inflorescence that bears clusters of tubular, orange-red flowers. The plant is often grown as an ornamental in gardens and as a houseplant, and is prized for its unusual appearance and ease of cultivation.