living rock
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A mat-forming, succulent, evergreen perennial to 5cm tall, with two pairs of very fleshy, grey-green leaves, flat on the upper surface and keeled beneath. In summer many-petalled, yellow flowers are produced
Scientific classification
- Species
- living rock (Pleiospilos compactus)
- Genus
- Pleiospilos
- Family
- Aizoaceae
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- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent · Houseplants
- Plant type
- Up to 10 cm
- Height
- 0-0.1 metre
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Matforming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of living rock
Distribution map
Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of living rock
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living rock care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed, or separate offsets in spring and summer
Growing
GrowingUnder glass, grow in standard cactus compost in full light. During the growing season, water sparingly and apply a dilute, low-nitrogen fertiliser every 4-6 weeks; keep dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to root and stem rots in wet conditions
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids while in flower
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