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Lithops optica Rubra is a rare and unique succulent native to Namibia. It is commonly referred to as living stones due to its pink colored body and club shaped pair of leaves that look like stones or pebbles. These beautiful plants feature a bright reddish or purple hue and a daisy-like flower with a slim yellow center.

Lithops optica Rubra is a winter-growing plant and will be dormant in the summer. New leaves will usually appear in the autumn. It thrives in areas with bright sunlight with partial shade. This is an ideal choice for a collector of rare succulents and an excellent addition to any sunny garden.

Bloom Season Late summer early autumn
Botanical Name Lithops optica v. 'Rubra'
Common Name Living stones
Dormancy Summer
Family Aizoaceae
Flower Color Deep red, purple
Genus Lithops
Growth Habit Club shaped leaves
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 10 11 (USDA)
Mature Size 2 in. tall
Native Area Namibia
Plant Type Perennial succulent
Propagation By stem cuttings, offsets, seeds
Resistance Drought tolerant, deer resistant
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Welldrained sandy soil
Special Features Easy to maintain
Sun Exposure Partial shade (Bright light)
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Low

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Lithops optica 'Rubra'

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Please note: Our large plants are many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive 100% healthy and looking great.

Please note: Our large plants are shipped bare root. They are also many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive healthy and looking great.

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Lithops optica Rubra is a rare and unique succulent native to Namibia. It is commonly referred to as living stones due to its pink colored body and club shaped pair of leaves that look like stones or pebbles. These beautiful plants feature a bright reddish or purple hue and a daisy-like flower with a slim yellow center.

Lithops optica Rubra is a winter-growing plant and will be dormant in the summer. New leaves will usually appear in the autumn. It thrives in areas with bright sunlight with partial shade. This is an ideal choice for a collector of rare succulents and an excellent addition to any sunny garden.

Bloom Season Late summer early autumn
Botanical Name Lithops optica v. 'Rubra'
Common Name Living stones
Dormancy Summer
Family Aizoaceae
Flower Color Deep red, purple
Genus Lithops
Growth Habit Club shaped leaves
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 10 11 (USDA)
Mature Size 2 in. tall
Native Area Namibia
Plant Type Perennial succulent
Propagation By stem cuttings, offsets, seeds
Resistance Drought tolerant, deer resistant
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Welldrained sandy soil
Special Features Easy to maintain
Sun Exposure Partial shade (Bright light)
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Low

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