Conophytum calculus

Pebble plant

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Tiny South African succulent with paired fleshy leaves resembling pebbles. Produces white or yellow flowers in autumn/winter between leaf pairs.
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Plant Details

Common Name Pebble plant
Family Aizoaceae
Genus Conophytum
Species Calculus
Origin South Africa
Blooming Small daisy-like flowers emerge between leaves in autumn/winter.
Leaf Color Grey-green with red/brown tips, translucent eyes
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Highly porous mix: pumice, perlite, coarse sand with minimal organic matter

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Watering

Water sparingly during winter growth; keep completely dry during summer dormancy to prevent rot

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light or morning sun; protect from harsh afternoon heat in summer dormancy

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Fertilization

Diluted succulent fertilizer once a month during active growth (Sept-March)

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Pruning

Minimal; remove dead leaves carefully without damaging new pairs

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 4 months
Jan
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 45%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3000
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
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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