Lithops marmorata
Lithops marmorata is a species of succulent pebble plant.[1] It is native to Southern Africa. The specific name is derived from the Latin word marmorata meaning "marbled."
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Order: | Caryophyllales |
Family: | Aizoaceae |
Genus: | Lithops |
Species: | L. marmorata |
Binomial name | |
Lithops marmorata (N.E.Br.) N.E.Br. | |
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Description
It is a succulent perennial that grows in a clumping formation. Its leaves are enormously bulbous and are usually a grey to light green color, with a marbled pattern on the top.[2] The flower is much like a daisy, and sprouts from between each pair of leaves.[3]
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References
- "Lithops marmorata". Catalogue of Life. ITIS. Species 2000.CS1 maint: others (link)
- "Lithops marmorata". www.llifle.com. Retrieved 2019-03-12.
- "Lithops marmorata (Living Stones)". World of Succulents. 2013-08-22. Retrieved 2019-03-12.
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