A tiny evergreen succulent plant producing smooth, grey green, fused leaf-pairs to 1cm tall. It produces offsets readily to form a clump. In late summer it bears pink flowers to 2cm across
Up to 10 cm
0-0.1 metre
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Under glass, grow in a mix of 2 parts loam to 1 part each sharp sand and leaf mould, in full light with low humidity. Water sparingly from late summer to early winter and again in spring; additional fertiliser is not necessary. Conophytums need a dormancy period from late spring till midsummer and should be kept dry at this time
Propagate by surface sowing seed at 20-25°C in late winter in moist, shady conditions. Gradually increase light and reduce humidity after germination. Separate and root complete bodies in late summer
No pruning required
May be susceptible to aphids
Generally disease-free