Description
Lithops , known as "living stones," are unique and elegant succulents belonging to the Aizoaceae family. With over 145 varieties, these plants stand out for their style and diversity of colors.
Lithops exhibit remarkable variation in the patterns of dots, lines, and patches on their surface, allowing them to blend into their natural surroundings. These differences make Lithops a fascinating succulent and perfect for collecting.
Quantity for the Value: 50 Seeds
Varieties Included: This Lithops Mix contains seeds from several species within the Lithops genus, including:
- Lithops karasmontana
- Lithops aucampiae
- Lithops lesliei
- Lithops hookeri
- Lithops julii
- Lithops salicola
- Lithops optics
- Lithops fulviceps
- Lithops olivacea
- Lithops dorotheae
Cultivation duration: 40 to 50 years.
Flowering: Lithops begin to flower at around 3 years of age. After flowering, new plants emerge from the outer leaves.
Lighting: They need between 4 and 5 hours of direct light daily. If they do not receive enough sunlight, they tend to elongate and become thinner.
Watering: In humid environments, Lithops can survive up to 6 months without water. A good indicator of when to water is when they begin to wrinkle.
Pests: They are susceptible to scale insects, thrips, red spiders and scales. It is recommended to use environmentally friendly products such as potassium soap and neem oil. Note: fast-acting chemical products are also available.
Cold resistance: Good, although in the far south they may be at risk of frost.
Substrate: A mixture of 3 parts soil (compost, peat or leaf soil), 4 parts gravel (approximately 4 mm thick), 1 part peat and 2 parts lumpy sand is recommended.
Shipping: All shipments are made through Bluespress. Check out our germination manuals on our website: www.arcademendel.com .
