Plant identification

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by billrain, Mar 15, 2013.

  1. billrain

    billrain New Member

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    Can anyone identify this plant? I think it may be from South Africa. After blooming it splits and starts again.
     

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  2. lorax

    lorax Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    Lithops sp.
     
  3. hortiphoto

    hortiphoto Active Member 10 Years

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    Aizoaceae family for sure. I don't know the exact genus and species but I'd say it's either Argyroderma or Pleiospilos. Lithops tend to be flat on top and have cryptic patterning. If those flowers were an orange-yellow shade and the plant has been dry and in full sun, which would account for its color, I'd go for Pleiospilos nelii. Check out this photo: http://www.cactus-art.biz/schede/PL...i/Pleiospilos_nelii/Pleiospilos_nelii_810.jpg
     
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    Thanks for your identification--that's definitely it.
     

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