Succulent Encyclopedia
Encyclopedia of popular succulents with care guides, traits, and propagation methods.
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© Dornenwolf / CC BY 2.0Lithops aucampiae
Lithops aucampiae
A large Lithops with red-brown tops netted in darker brown. It bears big bright yellow flowers and is a tough, common species fairly forgiving of watering mistakes.
© Original uploader was Philip2007 at it.wikipedia / Public domainLithops dorotheae
Lithops dorotheae
A Lithops whose swollen tops carry blood-red branching markings in the windows. The intensity and layout of the pattern vary, and there is a selection marked only in the centre.
© Rillke / CC BY-SA 3.0Lithops fulviceps
Lithops fulviceps
A Lithops with orange-brown tops covered in small raised dots, grey to brown or purple, like tiny blisters. Smaller than most Lithops, with yellow flowers.
© Averater / CC BY-SA 3.0Lithops julii
Lithops julii
A Lithops with whitish-grey tops netted in brown and a characteristic 'lip-smear' line along the fissure. It bears white flowers.
© Amada44 / CC BY 3.0Lithops lesliei
Lithops lesliei
A Lithops with inverted-cone heads whose flat tops carry lacework of tiny clear windows. A long-loved standard species with yellow autumn flowers.
© Dysmorodrepanis / CC BY-SA 3.0Lithops salicola
Lithops salicola
A tall Lithops with grey sides and large olive to dark green windows. It bears white flowers in autumn and clumps readily; a purple selection is also well known.
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Succulent FAQ
- How much do succulents cost?
- Common Echeveria cost 300-2,000 yen, popular Haworthia obtusa 1,000-10,000 yen, and rare hybrids or large specimens can exceed tens of thousands of yen.
- Can beginners grow succulents?
- Echeveria, Sedum, and Graptopetalum are hardy and beginner-friendly. Place in a sunny spot and water only when the soil is completely dry.
- What are the key tips for growing succulents?
- Place in a sunny spot with good airflow and water sparingly. Many species go dormant in summer and winter, so adjusting care to their growing season is key to beautiful growth.
- What should I check when buying succulents?
- Check that leaves are plump and firm, the base isn't rotting, and there are no pests (like mealybugs). For bare-root plants, root condition is also important.
- How long do succulents live?
- With proper care, succulents can thrive for 10+ years depending on species. They're easily propagated through leaf cuttings and division, allowing enjoyment across generations.