Lithops julii subsp. julii 'Hotlips'
A succulent perennial forming a clump of pairs of thick, rounded, pale grey-brown leaves with near flat tops, with variable reddish brown markings along the fissure. White, daisy-like flowers are usually produced in late summer and autumn
Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Grey Silver Brown | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Grey Silver Brown | ||
| Autumn | White | Grey Silver Brown | ||
| Winter | Grey Silver Brown |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Lithops are nearly stemless, succulent perennials forming bodies composed of a pair of very fleshy leaves, the flattish tips bearing translucent dots or patches; daisy-like flowers emerge from the fissure between the leaves
- Name status
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in equal parts coarse sand and sifted topsoil, in a bright position with shelter from hot midday sun. May be grown outdoors in areas where temperatures do not drop below 5°C. From early summer to late autumn, water well, allowing the soil to dry out in between; apply a half-strength liquid feed monthly. Keep dry over winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
Propagation
Propagate by seed, sown in spring in a well-drained, ideally sterilised potting mix, at 18-22°C and kept moist. Plants can take up to three years to flower from seed. Some plants may produce offsets which can be removed for propagation
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Patio and container plants
- Low Maintenance
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free, though may suffer from rot if over-watered
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