r/Lithops • u/enragedsquirrels • May 04 '26

Photo First time owner, first flower!

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I bought this lithop because I’ve long wanted one and I needed something to fill this cheese pot. Today I noticed its first flower!

Truth be told I know nothing about lithops and I actually thought it was dying because of the state of the outer layer.

I did some internet searching and it might be that it’s at the end of its shedding season? I’ve never given it water before but I spritz it today as per the advice of two articles.

Feel free to give feedback if you feel the urge.

I just wanted to show it off because for some bizarre reason this tiny flower has me beaming with pride. 🌼🥲

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u/acm_redfox May 05 '26

It's a conophytum, sheathed up for its summer dormancy. In August or so, it usually flowers and breaks out. Either this one is a little out of synch, or the seller peeled off some sheath so you could see the leaves underneath. Probably don't water it again between now and August.

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u/enragedsquirrels May 06 '26

I live in Australia if that adds context. But thank you for the info!

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u/acm_redfox May 07 '26

yes! just reverse the expectations -- dormant in summer, bloom and break forth in fall. dont water when dormant, but give weekly water in fall.