Water
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings, especially during the dormant period. Overwatering is the most common cause of death for Lithops.
Reduce watering significantly in winter to prevent rot.
Also known as Lithops · Living Stone · Living Stones
Lithops pseudotruncatella, often called living stones, are miniature succulent plants native to southern Africa. Their unique appearance mimics pebbles.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers ample light, but avoid intense direct sun which can scorch the leaves.
Allow soil to dry completely
25% intensity
Water sparingly, especially during dormancy. Avoid waterlogging.
Sandy, Well-draining
50% intensity
Moderate to warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-25°C during the growing season. Cooler temperatures are tolerated in winter dormancy.
Infrequent
10% intensity
Rarely needs fertilizer. If applied, use a diluted succulent feed once annually during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings, especially during the dormant period. Overwatering is the most common cause of death for Lithops.
Reduce watering significantly in winter to prevent rot.
Pruning is generally not required for Lithops. Remove any dead or dried-up leaf sheaths at the base of the plant to maintain cleanliness and prevent potential rot.
Propagation is primarily done through seed sowing. Seeds are typically sown on the surface of a well-draining succulent mix and kept moist and warm until germination, which can be slow.
Repot Lithops only when the pot becomes too small or the soil has degraded. This is usually done after the plant has finished flowering and before the active growing season begins. Use a gritty, well-draining mix.
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Where Lithops Pseudotruncatella (Lithops pseudotruncatella) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Lithops |
| Species | Lithops pseudotruncatella |
Similar in genus Lithops
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