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Lithops comptonii

Lithops comptonii L.Bolus
Lithops comptonii
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Lithops comptonii is a species in the genus Lithops, belonging to the Aizoaceae family. It was first described by L.Bolus in 1930 and is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. This plant is part of a group known for their stone-like appearance, an adaptation to arid environments.

Description

Lithops comptonii is a succulent plant species that is part of the Aizoaceae family, commonly referred to as the ice plant family. It is indigenous to the Cape Provinces of South Africa, where it thrives in arid and semi-arid conditions. The species was formally described by L.Bolus in 1930. Like other members of the genus Lithops, it exhibits a unique morphological adaptation, resembling small stones to blend into its environment and avoid herbivory. This species is part of a diverse genus known for its ability to store water in thick, fleshy leaves and for its specialized growth patterns suited to dry climates.

Distribution

Cape Provinces

Synonyms

Lithops weberiLithops comptonii var. comptoniiLithops comptonii var. weberiLithops otzeniana var. weberi

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