Lithops 4"
Lithop are a genus of succulent, otherwise known as "Living Stones," whose name is derived from a combination of two Greek words meaning "stone" and "face." Formed by a pair of fleshy little thumb-like leaves, which produce a flower, and another set of leaves from inside the slit of the original pair.
- Light - full sun
- Watering - dry between watering
- Soil - succulent mix
Species and coloration can vary and there are many in each pot! If you have a preference in species and coloration, we ask that you come visit us in store to hand select the one of your liking. When placing the order online, we will select one for you and cannot guarantee an exact variety.
Images are used for general reference only. The size and shape of each plant will vary as well as bloom state.
Lithops - “Living Stones”
Light: Lithops do well if they receive approximately 4-5 hours of direct (or slightly filtered) sunlight during the early part of the day, and partial shade during the afternoon. A Southern or Eastern facing window is ideal.
Water: Lithops should be left totally dry throughout the winter and spring season. During this period the plant will generate a new body (or pair of bodies). The new body will consume the moisture and nutrients of the previous body as it completes its growth. Throughout the winter and spring keep the plants cool but avoid freezing. Watering can commence once the remains of the old plant body are shriveled and drying, usually late spring or early summer.The remains of the old bodies and any flower stems can be carefully removed when they have become thoroughly dry. When watering soak the soil fully but do not let the pot sit in excess water. Wait until completely dry to water again. When well watered, the lithops will feel plump and firm. When they need water they will feel softer and even wrinkled.
Environment: Desert conditions. Bring indoors when temperatures start to dip below 50 degrees at night, or grow indoors year round.
Toxicity: Reported to be non-toxic for cats and dogs or zombies
Of Note:
- If lithops do not receive enough direct sunlight they will begin to grow slender and elongated, leaning towards the light. They may also lose coloration on the sides of the plants and turn greenish.
- The majority of lithops produce their flowers during autumn and early winter. They are daisy-like and yellow or white depending on variety.
*When planting in a pot without a drainage hole, avoid over watering by estimating 25% of the container’s overall volume, with appropriate drainage materials incorporated when planting.
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- We will normally get your package out within 3 business days.
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