Conophytum vanzylii

Living Stone Conophytum

WhatsApp
Small stone-like succulent with fleshy leaves resembling pebbles. Native to arid regions of South Africa. Blooms pink or white flowers in late summer. Grows slowly and requires minimal care under controlled conditions.
yard Succulents plants wb_sunny Half-shade pets Not pet-safe
info

Plant Details

Common Name Living Stone Conophytum
Family Aizoaceae
Genus Conophytum
Species Vanzylii
Origin South Africa
Blooming Pink or white flowers appear in late summer/autumn.
Leaf Color Grey-green to pale green, sometimes with reddish tips
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
yard

Care & Maintenance

terrain
Soil

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

water_drop
Watering

Water sparingly during active growth (winter/spring), keep completely dry in summer dormancy. Never wet the body to prevent rot.

light_mode
Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light, direct morning sun is beneficial. Avoid intense afternoon scorching to prevent bleaching.

science
Fertilization

Minimal feeding required, dilute cactus fertilizer once a month during growing season only

content_cut
Pruning

Remove dead outer layers carefully; do not cut healthy tissue as it regenerates slowly

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.

calendar_month

Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 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
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
thermostat

Growing Parameters

thermostat
Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
water_drop
Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
light_mode
Light (LUX)
2000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
wb_sunny
Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
water
Soil Moisture
5% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
bolt
Soil EC
100 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
local_hospital

Common Problems

Something wrong with your Conophytum vanzylii? Select a symptom to diagnose and fix the issue.

Related Plants

You might also like these plants

Browse All ›
Conophytum
yardSucculents plants
Conophytum

Living Stones

account_treeAizoaceae location_onSouth Africa / Namibia

info Price unavailable

Conophytum bilobum
yardSucculents plants
Conophytum bilobum

Living Stone, Button Plant

account_treeAizoaceae location_onSouth Africa

info Price unavailable

Conophytum burgeri
yardSucculents plants
Conophytum burgeri

Button Plant

account_treeAizoaceae location_onSouth Africa (Western Cape)

info Price unavailable

Conophytum calculus
yardSucculents plants
Conophytum calculus

Pebble plant

account_treeAizoaceae location_onSouth Africa

info Price unavailable

favorite