Where it grows
Dinteranthus vanzylii is native to the Northern Cape of South Africa.
Special features
This species has evolved to resemble the gritty, white quartz stone fields that it occurs in. This appearance makes it more difficult for herbivores to find and eat it.
This plant resembles aΒ Lithops almost exactly.
Care guide
Dinteranthus prefers a lot of light, and should be kept under no more than 40% shade cloth. This genus needs an exceptionally well-drained, gritty soil, with very little or no organic material. Only water in spring and autumn, when it is warmer, and reduce the amount of water it receives in winter. Dinteranthus are semi-dormant in the cooler months and prefer a rest period. Do not water if it is in the process of ‘splitting’ (shedding its old leaves and growing new ones).
Growing season
Spring and summer.
Propagation
Seed and offsets.