Native to South Africa, Lithops inhabit sandy soils and granite rock fissures. They are monocarpic succulents with a defined seasonal cycle, featuring fused leaf pairs mimicking stones to minimize evaporation. Certain hybrids exhibit atypical coloration compared to pure species. Bilobed, nearly spherical leaves measuring 1-3 cm diameter, flat to slightly convex surface. Compact paired arrangement, spotted patterns ranging from gray to reddish brown, intensifying in summer.
Full direct sunlight exposure for minimum 4 hours daily. Watering restricted to late spring growth cycle, avoiding waterlogging. Substrate with at least 70% well-draining mineral content. Minimum temperature 5°C; prone to root rot from excess moisture.