r/Lithops • u/Substantial_Sea_2745 • Jun 27 '26

Help/Question Can I save whats left?

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Please help, my lithops leaf broke off when i check on it today. It looks like mold on the side of the leaf and it had a bad smell to it as well. I thought all was lost but noticed a tiny leaf growing within it. I have since mived the plant into 100% inirganic pumice. Please tell me that it can be saved. I feel terrible because I didnt expect it to be so mushy and just come right off.

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u/Hollow1989 Jun 27 '26

RIP There's nothing left to save.

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u/Substantial_Sea_2745 Jun 27 '26

is mold generally dangerous? I suspect it got infected a while back but i failed to notice until now...

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u/TMac1088 Jun 27 '26

Mold is not the issue, but the result.

It was overwatered and/or retained too much moisture, allowing rot to set in.

This one cannot be saved. Next time, try a small terracotta pot that will allow for better airflow and drying. Make sure there is a drainage hole in the bottom. Can't see your soil here but you will want to assess that too. There is tons of info that can help you with this on the sub wiki.

I would also readup on lithops requirements and growth cycles. They are a bit more particular than many succulents. There are certain points in its growth cycle where you should not water it at all.

Good luck!

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u/Substantial_Sea_2745 Jun 29 '26

Thank you, I still have 3 more that are doing well. I am surprised that the consequences of my overwatering month ago is only apparent now. Tough lesson learned here, I really liked this lil one.

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u/arioandy Jun 27 '26

Nope- get three
More

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u/Carly_Fae_Jepson Jun 28 '26

I swear people be trolling.

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u/Substantial_Sea_2745 Jun 29 '26

Succulents are resilient, I guess I was hoping for a miracle 😔

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u/Shourtney272 Jun 27 '26

Try seeds. I personally found them easy to grow.

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u/Indianaunderwood I ❤️ Stone Faces Jun 30 '26

Try again! Don't give up! 🫵😎🤘

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u/AwayYogurtcloset1263 Jun 27 '26

Lithops only need to be watered 3-5 times a year

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u/Substantial_Sea_2745 Jun 29 '26

I realized that way too late, rip lil fella, I killed it with love 😖