Conophytum hians - Living Stone
Conophytum hians - Living Stone
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Conophytum hians - Living Stone

$17.50
$17.50
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Conophytum hians is a small, clump-forming succulent native to the arid regions of Namaqualand, South Africa. Known for its sharply split body resembling two conjoined domes, this mesemb undergoes a dramatic seasonal transformation, retreating into dormancy during the summer. It is sought after by collectors for its peculiar appearance and compact growth habit.

Distinctive Features

  • Deep fissure: Each body consists of two fused leaves with a pronounced central cleft, giving it a beak-like form.
  • Night-blooming flowers: Small, daisy-like blooms emerge from the fissure in autumn, often pink to pale magenta in hue.
  • Seasonal growth rhythm: Actively grows during the cool months and enters full dormancy in the heat of summer.

Care Tips

  • Light: Bright, indirect sunlight or filtered light; protect from intense summer sun.
  • Water: Water only during active growth (autumn to spring); keep completely dry in summer dormancy.
  • Humidity: Prefers dry air; avoid humid environments.
  • Media: Use a gritty, mineral-rich mix with excellent drainage.
  • Temperature: Ideal range is 10–25°C; protect from frost.
  • Fertiliser: Apply a diluted low-nitrogen fertiliser once during the growing season.
  • Repotting: Seldom needed; best done after dormancy if clumps become congested.

Additional Notes

  • Best viewed in early autumn when flowers appear and old sheaths are shed.
  • Not known to be toxic to pets, but always monitor for ingestion of unknown plants.

Shipping Schedule & Biosecurity Information

  • Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
  • Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.

WA, NT & TAS Orders

  • Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
  • Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.

Plant Health Certification (PHAC) Fees

  • $20 fee applies to WA orders.
  • $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
  • This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout.

Conophytum hians - Living Stone
Conophytum hians - Living Stone
Conophytum hians - Living Stone
Conophytum hians - Living Stone

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