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Living Stone — Lithops lesliei

Living Stone

Lithops lesliei

Aizoaceae · Succulent

Living Stones are fascinating succulents that mimic pebbles or stones, blending seamlessly into their environment with their unique patterns and colors. Each plant consists of two fleshy leaves with a central fissure, periodically producing a flower from this gap.

  • · Provide intense direct sunlight.
  • · Water only when old leaves are absorbed by new ones.
  • · Use a very gritty, well-draining soil mix.

At a glance

  • Growing zones: 10-11
  • Sun: Full sun
  • Water: Low
  • Maintenance: Low
  • Type: Succulent
  • Mature size: 1 inch tall · 1-2 inches wide
  • Bloom season: Fall · White, yellow
  • Pollinator friendly: Not particularly
  • Container suitable: Yes
  • Cold tolerance: Hardy to 40F
  • Heat tolerance: Excellent
  • Soil: Extremely well-draining mineral mix
  • Growth rate: Slow
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