{"title":"Lithops","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Lithops collection spans dependable favourites and genuine rarities. Highlights include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lithops-sp\"\u003eLithops sp.\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pleiospilos-nelii\"\u003ePleiospilos nelii\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/titanopsis-calcarea\"\u003eTitanopsis calcarea\u003c\/a\u003e. Every order arrives carefully packed with clear care guidance. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/houseplants\"\u003ehouseplants\u003c\/a\u003e or see our other genus collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lithops-sp","title":"Lithops sp.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLithops\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Living Stones, are slow-growing succulents that have evolved to resemble the rocks and gravel of their native habitat. Each plant consists of a single pair of thick, fleshy leaves fused together, with a fissure across the top from which new leaf pairs and flowers emerge. The surface patterns range from mottled browns and tans to greys, greens, and pinkish tones, each species camouflaging into a different type of stony ground. They are small, fascinating, and unlike anything else you will grow indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GrowTropicals","offers":[{"title":"6cm (Grower's Choice)","offer_id":55522459320703,"sku":"MALVLITHOPMIX","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8cm (Grower's Choice)","offer_id":57085196665215,"sku":"LITHOPMIX85","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/lithops.jpg?v=1748533900"},{"product_id":"pleiospilos-nelii","title":"Pleiospilos nelii","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"09d45949-0091-48de-8fd1-6acdf7efd077\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"345\" data-start=\"42\"\u003ePleiospilos nelii is a dwarf, stemless succulent native to the semi‑arid regions of the Karoo in South Africa \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt typically forms two or four thick, fleshy leaves, often grey‑green to brown, with small dark spots and a deep central cleft giving the appearance of a split stone, a camouflage adaptation in its habitat\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eA new pair of leaves grows from the centre each year, absorbing the older leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"680\" data-start=\"347\"\u003eIn cultivation, it remains compact. around 5–10 cm tall and up to 10 cm across, and produces relatively large daisy‑like flowers, typically yellow to orange, about 6–7 cm wide, that open in late winter to spring (or late summer\/autumn in some regions), often in the afternoon, closing at night.\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePleiospilos nelii is native to the Karoo and Eastern Cape regions of South Africa, where it grows in gritty, mineral-rich soils among quartz pebbles and low scrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil and Substrate \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePleiospilos nelii is extremely sensitive to overwatering and will quickly split, rot, or stack new leaves prematurely if kept too moist. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/growtropicals.com\/products\/desert-mix-cacti-and-succulent-potting-mix-10l\"\u003eDesert Mix\u003c\/a\u003e is the right choice for this plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"GrowTropicals","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":55918093664639,"sku":"PLEINEL6","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/succ2.jpg?v=1776681222"},{"product_id":"fenestria-rhopadophylla","title":"Fenestraria rhopalophylla","description":"\u003carticle data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"09d45949-0091-48de-8fd1-6acdf7efd077\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"533\" data-start=\"42\"\u003eFenestraria rhopalophylla is a compact, stemless succulent known as \"baby toes.\" It forms dense clusters of glaucous-green, club‑shaped leaves with a smooth, waxy surface. Only the translucent rounded tips, or \"windows\", emerge above the soil surface for light penetration. Beneath, thick, shallow roots and underground photosynthetic tissues support growth, aided by crystalline oxalic‑acid fibers that channel light into the buried parts of the leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"535\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eNative to Namaqualand in Namibia and parts of South Africa, it thrives in sandy or calciferous soils with very low annual rainfall—typically under 100 mm, mostly in winter\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"707\" data-start=\"693\"\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Namaqualand (Namibia and South Africa), growing semi‑buried in sandy or calcareous soils. Leaves are club‑shaped, smooth, glaucous green, with translucent “windows” at the tips that facilitate subterranean photosynthesis.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"973\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"973\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Employ a “soak‑and‑dry” approach. Water deeply only after the soil is completely dry—signalled by wrinkling of the translucent leaf tips. Avoid overwatering, which can cause rot or splitting of leaves.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1239\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1239\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide bright filtered light or strong morning light indoors. Outdoors, protect from intense afternoon sun to prevent leaf burn. Insufficient light leads to leggy, stretched growth and tip drop; full sun helps maintain a compact form.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1536\" data-start=\"1523\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers low to moderate humidity typical of indoor UK conditions. High humidity increases fungal and rot risks, especially when combined with overwatering—no need to humidify.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1735\" data-start=\"1719\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1735\" data-start=\"1719\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains health in typical indoor ranges, above ~15 °C. Avoid frost (not hardy below ~-1 °C) and very hot conditions. As a winter grower, it's most active in cooler seasons—summer tends to be its dormant phase\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"GrowTropicals","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":55918109852031,"sku":"FENESRHOP6","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/fenest.jpg?v=1755881589"},{"product_id":"titanopsis-calcarea","title":"Titanopsis calcarea","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"09d45949-0091-48de-8fd1-6acdf7efd077\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"259\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eTitanopsis calcarea is a\u003c\/strong\u003e compact, mimicry succulent characterised by rosettes of grey‑green to blue‑green leaves topped with wart‑like tubercles that give the appearance of limestone pebbles in its native habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"280\"\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"283\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eNative to South Africa, specifically regions including the Cape Provinces, Free State, Northern Provinces, Bushmanland, and Upper Karoo, Titanopsis calcarea (synonym \u003cem data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"178\"\u003eT. calcareum\u003c\/em\u003e) typically forms mats of rosettes amidst limestone outcrops and rocky, gravelly terrain\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIts leaves are grey‑green to blue‑green, often with white, grey, ochre, red, or bluish wart‑like tubercles concentrated at the tips, serving as camouflage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"454\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-start=\"6\" data-end=\"22\"\u003esoak‑and‑dry\u003c\/strong\u003e watering method. During its growth periods in late autumn and early spring, water moderately when the soil is fully dry\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn summer, Titanopsis typically enters dormancy. Water sparingly to avoid rot\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWatering in the morning is best to allow rosettes to dry through the day; avoid water trapped in leaf crevices.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"700\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"703\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eProvide bright filtered light or full sun, especially in winter; gradually acclimate to more sun to deepen leaf colouration and prevent sunburn\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eA south‑facing windowsill in the UK is ideal; in summer, shield from intense afternoon rays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"882\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThrives in low humidity. Its adaptation to arid, rocky environments means typical indoor humidity in the UK is well‑suited and should not be increased\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"987\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003ePrefers temperatures above approximately 5 °C (40 °F), and can tolerate down to about ‑6.7 °C (20 °F) when the soil is dry\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAvoid prolonged frost or excessive cold. Warm days and cool nights are beneficial, aligning with its native diurnal variation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"GrowTropicals","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":55918121025919,"sku":"TITANCAL6","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/titan.jpg?v=1755881624"},{"product_id":"conophytum-bilobum","title":"Conophytum bilobum","description":"\u003carticle data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"09d45949-0091-48de-8fd1-6acdf7efd077\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"562\" data-start=\"42\"\u003eConophytum bilobum is a small, stemless succulent from South Africa, belonging to the Aizoaceae family. It typically grows as paired, heart‑shaped bodies (occasionally nearly spherical) that form tight clusters. The leaf surfaces are chalky-green with darker green spotting, and margins often show a reddish or deep purple line. Mature plants reach up to around 7 cm tall, with each leaf pair up to about 3 cm across. The name \u003cem data-end=\"482\" data-start=\"473\"\u003ebilobum\u003c\/em\u003e refers to its distinctive two‑lobed form. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"639\" data-start=\"564\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eConophytum bilobum blooms in autumn, producing bright yellow (occasionally orange) flowers emerging from between the leaf pairs. It is relatively scentless.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"660\" data-start=\"646\"\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"663\" data-start=\"660\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSouthern South Africa, often found in rocky habitats where its leaf bodies remain partially hidden among stones. Its clustered growth habit and leaf colouration mimic these surroundings, offering natural camouflage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"828\" data-start=\"740\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"750\" data-start=\"740\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"753\" data-start=\"750\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFollows a winter–spring growth cycle with rest in summer. Water deeply only once the soil is completely dry and new leaf growth begins. During summer dormancy, water sparingly—only when leaves shrink noticeably. This soak‑and‑dry regime prevents root and plant rot.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"918\" data-start=\"830\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"840\" data-start=\"830\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"843\" data-start=\"840\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eProvide bright filtered light or up to around 4 hours of morning or late afternoon sun indoors (avoid harsh midday rays). Sufficient light maintains compact form and promotes flowering, while insufficient light can lead to elongation and weak growth.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1015\" data-start=\"920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"933\" data-start=\"920\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"936\" data-start=\"933\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003ePrefers low to moderate humidity. Elevated humidity, especially alongside overwatering, raises the risk of rot and fungal issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/gardening\/gardening-trends\/heart-succulents\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/gardening\/gardening-trends\/heart-succulents\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"1017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1033\" data-start=\"1017\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1036\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThrives in typical indoor temperatures around 18–24  °C during growth; it tolerates down to about −2  °C when dry. Avoid prolonged exposure to frost or excessive cold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"GrowTropicals","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":55918141407615,"sku":"CONOBIL6","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/conop.jpg?v=1755881700"}],"url":"https:\/\/growtropicals.com\/collections\/lithops.oembed","provider":"GrowTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}