About
Lithops hallii, Hall's living stone, is a dwarf, clump-forming succulent with pairs of beige or grey-white, inversely cone-shaped leaves with almost flat upper surfaces marked with brown-red lines and dots. White flowers are produced in late summer. A beautiful and distinctive living stone for a sunny greenhouse bench or windowsill.
About the genus
Lithops, the living stones, are nearly stemless, succulent perennials forming bodies composed of a pair of very fleshy leaves, the flattish tips bearing translucent dots or patches. Daisy-like flowers emerge from the fissure between the leaves in late summer and autumn. Popular and fascinating succulents for a sunny greenhouse bench or windowsill.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent
HabitClump forming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesHouseplants, Patio and container plants
Native toTemp S Africa
Care notes
CultivationGrow in cactus compost with added leaf mould in full light. From early summer to late autumn, water freely and apply a half-strength liquid feed monthly. Keep dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by sowing seed at 19-24°C in spring or early summer; remove offsets in summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids and mealybugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free