Overview
Lithops verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Lithops, part of the Aizoaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Lithops verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris' 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 verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris' is a clump-forming succulent cultivar belonging to the genus Lithops, known for their almost stemless, thick, fleshy leaves that meet at the base with translucent spots on their flattened tips. This evergreen plant produces daisy-like flowers from the split between its leaves during summer. It thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered aspects with well-drained loam or sandy soil of varying pH. Suitable for patio and container planting, it requires gritty soil and can be propagated by seed sown at 19-21°C 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 verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris' 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 verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris'
- 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 verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris'?
Lithops verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lithops verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris' need?
Lithops verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lithops verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris' hardy in the UK?
Lithops verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris' 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 verruculosa var. verruculosa 'Verdigris'?
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 karasmontana var. opalina