Lithops bromfieldii
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Lithops bromfieldii
- Plant type
- Succulent
- Growth habit
- Groundcover
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Very low
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Low
- Propagation
- Offset
- Native range
- South African deserts
- Toxic to pets
- Not toxic
- Toxic to people
- Not toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Lithops bromfieldii is
Lithops bromfieldii is a small succulent that grows close to the ground. You might notice how its patterned leaves look like stones in the dry soil.
This plant prefers to sit in full sun. You will find that it needs very little water to stay healthy throughout the year.
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Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
People and Lithops bromfieldii
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Desert life
The plant evolved in the deserts of southern Africa. It blended into the gravel to avoid being eaten by local animals.
- 19th century
Botanical interest
Early botanical expeditions recorded these succulents. Naturalists often struggled to spot them in the wild because of their camouflage.
- 20th century
Houseplant adoption
Interest shifted toward keeping these plants in pots. You likely appreciate them now for their ability to thrive with minimal attention.
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Species and cultivars from the same genus, straight out of the reference catalogue.
Frequently asked about Lithops bromfieldii
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Lithops bromfieldii?
Lithops bromfieldii is a species in the Lithops genus. Commonly known as Lithops bromfieldii, a succulent, and with a groundcover growth habit. Native to South African deserts.
How do you care for Lithops bromfieldii?
Reference care guidance for Lithops bromfieldii: full sun light, very low watering, warm temperatures, and low humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Lithops bromfieldii?
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Where can I see real photos of Lithops bromfieldii?
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