Argyroderma delaetii

Frog Plant, Living Stone

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Small arid succulent mimicking pebbles, native to South Africa and Namibia. Features fleshy paired leaves that camouflage as stones. Blooms with daisy-like flowers in autumn/winter.
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Plant Details

Common Name Frog Plant, Living Stone
Family Aizoaceae
Genus Argyroderma
Species Delaetii
Origin South Africa / Namibia
Blooming Autumn / Winter flowering after summer dormancy
Leaf Color Grey-green to blue-grey with red/purple tints
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Gritty mineral mix: pumice, perlite, coarse sand (70% inorganic)

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Watering

Critical summer dormancy. Water sparingly in spring/autumn only. Keep completely dry during peak heat and cold to prevent rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure. Indoors near south-facing window to prevent etiolation and maintain color.

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Fertilization

Dilute succulent fertilizer once per month during active growth (spring/autumn). Avoid fertilizing during dormancy.

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Pruning

Minimal. Remove dried flower stalks or dead leaves carefully with tweezers.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
2% – 10%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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