Lithops pseudotruncatella

Living Stone

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Rare succulent mimicking stones for camouflage in arid South African landscapes. Fused leaves form a rosette with a central fissure. High light, low water needs.
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Plant Details

Common Name Living Stone
Family Aizoaceae
Genus Lithops
Species Pseudotruncatella
Origin South Africa
Blooming Small daisy-like flowers emerge from the fissure in autumn, usually yellow or white.
Leaf Color Grey-green to brown with translucent windows
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Mineral based mix: pumice, perlite, and coarse sand with very low organic content.

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Watering

Water sparingly in winter growing season (Oct-March). Keep completely dry during summer dormancy to prevent rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires intense direct sunlight to maintain shape; low light causes etiolation and color loss.

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Fertilization

Minimal nutrient requirement. Diluted cactus fertilizer once in spring only.

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Pruning

Do not prune. Allow dead leaves to split naturally from the top of new growth.

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
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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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% – 45%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 4000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 20%
% 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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