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Conophytum hians - Living Stone
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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


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