Conophytum Bllobum
Conophytum bilobum, often referred to as a "Living Pebble" or "Button Plant," is a fascinating and unique succulent native to South Africa. It's a member of the Aizoaceae family, known for their remarkable ability to mimic stones and pebbles in their natural habitat.
Appearance:
Body: It has a distinctive, bilobed (two-lobed) body that resembles a small, smooth pebble or button. This helps it blend in with its rocky surroundings, providing camouflage from predators. The color can vary, often ranging from green to brown, reddish, or even purplish, depending on the specific clone and growing conditions.
Flowers: In the autumn, a single daisy-like flower emerges from the fissure between the two lobes. The flowers can be white, yellow, orange, or pink, adding a splash of color to the otherwise subtle appearance of the plant.
Growth Habits and Care:
Sunlight: Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun.
Soil: Requires extremely well-draining soil, such as a specialized cactus or succulent mix with added grit or perlite.
Watering: Has a unique growth cycle with a summer dormancy period. Water sparingly during the growing season (autumn and spring), allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. During summer dormancy, withhold water almost entirely.
Additional Information:
Conophytum bilobum is a slow-growing succulent that can live for many years.
It is a popular choice for collectors and enthusiasts of unusual plants due to its unique appearance and fascinating mimicry.
The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 80mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
Want your succulent with a pot?
We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!
Just click here to make your request.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
Conophytum bilobum, often referred to as a "Living Pebble" or "Button Plant," is a fascinating and unique succulent native to South Africa. It's a member of the Aizoaceae family, known for their remarkable ability to mimic stones and pebbles in their natural habitat.
Appearance:
Body: It has a distinctive, bilobed (two-lobed) body that resembles a small, smooth pebble or button. This helps it blend in with its rocky surroundings, providing camouflage from predators. The color can vary, often ranging from green to brown, reddish, or even purplish, depending on the specific clone and growing conditions.
Flowers: In the autumn, a single daisy-like flower emerges from the fissure between the two lobes. The flowers can be white, yellow, orange, or pink, adding a splash of color to the otherwise subtle appearance of the plant.
Growth Habits and Care:
Sunlight: Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun.
Soil: Requires extremely well-draining soil, such as a specialized cactus or succulent mix with added grit or perlite.
Watering: Has a unique growth cycle with a summer dormancy period. Water sparingly during the growing season (autumn and spring), allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. During summer dormancy, withhold water almost entirely.
Additional Information:
Conophytum bilobum is a slow-growing succulent that can live for many years.
It is a popular choice for collectors and enthusiasts of unusual plants due to its unique appearance and fascinating mimicry.
The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 80mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
Want your succulent with a pot?
We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!
Just click here to make your request.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
Conophytum bilobum, often referred to as a "Living Pebble" or "Button Plant," is a fascinating and unique succulent native to South Africa. It's a member of the Aizoaceae family, known for their remarkable ability to mimic stones and pebbles in their natural habitat.
Appearance:
Body: It has a distinctive, bilobed (two-lobed) body that resembles a small, smooth pebble or button. This helps it blend in with its rocky surroundings, providing camouflage from predators. The color can vary, often ranging from green to brown, reddish, or even purplish, depending on the specific clone and growing conditions.
Flowers: In the autumn, a single daisy-like flower emerges from the fissure between the two lobes. The flowers can be white, yellow, orange, or pink, adding a splash of color to the otherwise subtle appearance of the plant.
Growth Habits and Care:
Sunlight: Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun.
Soil: Requires extremely well-draining soil, such as a specialized cactus or succulent mix with added grit or perlite.
Watering: Has a unique growth cycle with a summer dormancy period. Water sparingly during the growing season (autumn and spring), allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. During summer dormancy, withhold water almost entirely.
Additional Information:
Conophytum bilobum is a slow-growing succulent that can live for many years.
It is a popular choice for collectors and enthusiasts of unusual plants due to its unique appearance and fascinating mimicry.
The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 80mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
Want your succulent with a pot?
We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!
Just click here to make your request.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
