Overview
Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Lithops, part of the Aizoaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.
About
Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana is a clump-forming succulent perennial from the Aizoaceae family. This evergreen plant features pairs of thick, fleshy leaves with flattened tips that have translucent spots, from which daisy-like flowers emerge in summer. It thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained loam or sandy soil of any pH. Suitable for patio and container cultivation, it requires gritty soil and can be propagated by seed or offsets.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lithops
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent, Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana
- Propagation
- Seed sown at 19-21°C in early spring, offsets
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana?
Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana need?
Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana hardy in the UK?
Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Lithops karasmontana subsp. karasmontana?
Seed sown at 19-21°C in early spring, offsets.
More in the Lithops genus
- Lithops aucampiae var. koelemanii
- Lithops dinteri
- Lithops herrei 'Splendido'
- Lithops otzeniana
- Lithops aucampiae Kuruman form
- Lithops gracilidelineata subsp. gracilidelineata var. gracilidelineata 'Café au Lait'
- Lithops karasmontana var. opalina
- Lithops schwantesii subsp. schwantesii var. urikosensis 'Nutwerk'