Conophytum bilobum

Living Stone, Button Plant

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Tiny arid succulent from South Africa resembling split stones with translucent windows for photosynthesis. Requires high light and strict summer dormancy.
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Plant Details

Common Name Living Stone, Button Plant
Family Aizoaceae
Genus Conophytum
Species Bilobum
Origin South Africa
Blooming Small white or yellow daisy-like flowers in autumn, often hidden by leaves
Leaf Color Grey-green to reddish-brown tips
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Highly mineral-based mix: pumice, perlite, coarse sand with minimal organic matter for rapid drainage

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Watering

Water sparingly in spring/autumn. Strict dormancy required during hot summer months (keep bone dry)

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright light to prevent etiolation; protect from scorching midday summer sun if indoors

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Fertilization

Minimal nutrition; dilute cactus fertilizer applied once at the start of active growth season

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Pruning

Do not prune; gently remove shriveled leaves manually when they detach naturally

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

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
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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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
10% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 50
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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