Where it grows
Native to the Northern Cape of South Africa, as well as some parts of southern Namibia.
Special features
Lapidaria margaretae is also known as the ‘Karoo Rose’ succulent. It is a dwarf mesemb that occurs on white quartz stone regions. Its leaves appear similar in shape and colour to white quartz stones, which makes for an excellent camouflage against herbivores.
Care Guide
Lapidaria margaretae prefers full sun, but should be kept at least partially shaded during the warmer parts of the year to prevent heat stress. It is not a fussy species when it comes to soil mix, but a well-draining gritty mixture is preferred. Lapidaria will only grow during the warmer months of the year, and should not be watered in winter at all. Let the soil dry out completely before watering again, as the leaves tend to split if this plant gets overwatered.
Growing season
Autumn and winter.
Propagation
Offsets and seeds.