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Lithops spp.
The 'Living Stone' from South Africa. Tiny succulents with two fused leaves that shed their outer skin to grow. Unique watering schedule makes them an advanced choice.
Lithops is a genus of succulent plants in the family Aizoaceae, native to the arid stony plains and rocky outcrops of southern Africa, primarily South Africa and Namibia. Their remarkable resemblance to pebbles provides camouflage against herbivores, earning them the common names 'living stones' and 'pebble plants'. Each plant consists of a pair of highly succulent, fused leaves separated by a central fissure, from which solitary daisy-like flowers emerge in autumn. Mature plants measure only 2–5 cm across and grow extremely slowly. Culture demands exceptionally fast-draining mineral substrate, maximum sunlight, and a strict seasonal watering regimen: minimal water from autumn through spring, complete drought in summer. Incorrect watering during the shedding cycle can cause the old leaf pair to fail to dry properly. Their unique appearance and challenging cultivation make them prized specimens among specialist collectors.
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Origen
southern Africa
Tamaño
1-5cm
Temperatura
5〜35℃(適温15〜25℃)
Humedad
30〜50%
Water: 1-2x monthly fall-spring / completely withhold in summer and during shedding
Ultra-fast-draining mix. Pumice and Kiryu sand dominant
Full sun essential. Insufficient light causes elongation and poor form
Old leaves split open for new growth in spring. No watering during this period
Overwatering is the #1 killer. When in doubt, don't water
Advanced. Esta es una especie de nivel avanzado. Requiere equipo especializado y habilidades avanzadas de cría con control ambiental preciso.
La temperatura ideal para Lithops es 5〜35℃(適温15〜25℃). La humedad recomendada es 30〜50%. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
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Lithops típicamente alcanza 1-5cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Lithops se alimenta de: Water: 1-2x monthly fall-spring / completely withhold in summer and during shedding. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Lithops varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.