Overview
Lithops karasmontana var. opalina is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Lithops, part of the Aizoaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Lithops karasmontana var. opalina 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 var. opalina is a clump-forming succulent cultivar within the genus Lithops, known for their almost stemless growth and pairs of thick, fleshy leaves with translucent spots on the flattened tips. This evergreen plant produces daisy-like flowers from the split between its leaves during summer. Suited to full sun and sheltered positions, it thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels. Hardy to H1a, it is ideal for patio and container cultivation in gritty soil, propagated by seed sown in early spring or by 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 var. opalina 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 var. opalina
- 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 var. opalina?
Lithops karasmontana var. opalina prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lithops karasmontana var. opalina need?
Lithops karasmontana var. opalina 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 var. opalina hardy in the UK?
Lithops karasmontana var. opalina 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 var. opalina?
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 karasmontana subsp. karasmontana
- Lithops otzeniana
- Lithops aucampiae Kuruman form
- Lithops gracilidelineata subsp. gracilidelineata var. gracilidelineata 'Café au Lait'
- Lithops schwantesii subsp. schwantesii var. urikosensis 'Nutwerk'