Conophytum

Living Stones

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Tiny succulents resembling stones or pebbles, native to arid regions. They have fused leaves and produce colorful daisy-like flowers in autumn. Highly specialized for drought survival.
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Plant Details

Common Name Living Stones
Family Aizoaceae
Genus Conophytum
Origin South Africa / Namibia
Blooming Autumn, daisy-like flowers in white, yellow or pink
Leaf Color Grey-green to blue-grey, sometimes red-tipped
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Succulent cactus mix with high mineral content, pumice or perlite for drainage

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Watering

Water sparingly during active growth (autumn/winter). Keep completely dry during summer dormancy. Overwatering causes rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun to partial shade. Avoid intense midday summer heat in hot climates, protect from frost.

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Fertilization

Minimal fertilization needed. Diluted cactus fertilizer once at start of growing season.

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Pruning

Remove dead flowers and shriveled outer leaves carefully. Do not over-manipulate.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug

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 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 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)
5000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 30%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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