Lithops hermetica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.T.Cole
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
in Cactus & Co. 4: 158. 2000.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361279
Common Names
- Lithops hermetica
- Hermetic Lithops
- Lithops
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lithops hermetica (also called 'Hermetica Living Stone', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to Namibia and South Africa. It is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves which are split into two halves. It grows in rocky, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lithops hermetica is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lithops hermetica is yellow and white in color. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and yellow.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lithops hermetica is a succulent plant native to Namibia. It is best grown in well-draining soils in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Lithops hermetica
Lithops hermetica can be found in Namibia.
Lithops hermetica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lithops hermetica?
Lithops hermetica
What is the common name of Lithops hermetica?
Hermetica Living Stones
What is the natural habitat of Lithops hermetica?
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
Desmond Thorne Cole (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.T.Cole' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000361279: Based on the initial data import