Lithops coleorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.A.Hammer & Uijs
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Aloë 31: 36. 1994.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260443
Common Names
- Lithops coleorum
- Cole's Lithops
- Cole's Lithops
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lithops coleorum (also called Cole's living stone, among many other common names) is a small succulent plant found in arid regions of South Africa. It is a perennial plant with short stems and leaves that are usually 1–2 cm long. The leaves are thick and fleshy, and the flowers are yellow or white. It is found in dry, sandy habitats, such as deserts and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Lithops coleorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and in erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lithops coleorum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. Its seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lithops coleorum is a succulent species that is native to Bolivia. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and should be watered sparingly.
Where to Find Lithops coleorum
Lithops coleorum is native to Namibia.
Lithops coleorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lithops coleorum?
Lithops coleorum
What are the common names of Lithops coleorum?
Cole's lithops, Cole's living stone
What is the natural habitat of Lithops coleorum?
Lithops coleorum is native to the deserts of South Africa
Species in the Lithops genus
Lithops turbiniformis, Lithops schwantesii, Lithops hookeri, Lithops naureeniae, Lithops gesinae, Lithops geyeri, Lithops halenbergensis, Lithops hermetica, Lithops amicorum, Lithops coleorum, Lithops aucampiae, Lithops bromfieldii, Lithops comptonii, Lithops dinteri, Lithops divergens, Lithops dorotheae, Lithops francisci, Lithops fulviceps, Lithops gracilidelineata, Lithops hallii, Lithops helmutii, Lithops herrei, Lithops julii, Lithops karasmontana, Lithops lesliei, Lithops localis, Lithops marmorata, Lithops meyeri, Lithops olivacea, Lithops otzeniana, Lithops pseudotruncatella, Lithops ruschiorum, Lithops salicola, Lithops vallis-mariae, Lithops verruculosa, Lithops villetii, Lithops viridis, Lithops werneri, Lithops optica,
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Steven Allen Hammer (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Hammer' in the authors string.
Ronald Uijs: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Uijs' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001260443: Based on the initial data import