Conophytum Flavum

PLANT

Conophytum flavum is a miniature mesemb from southern Africa, known for its paired, pebble-like bodies that sit low to the ground and blend seamlessly with their environment.
Each plant consists of two fused leaves forming a smooth, rounded dome with a subtle central fissure, an adaptation that minimizes exposure and water loss in extreme conditions.
Its soft blue-green to grey-green surface has a matte, almost mineral quality, reinforcing its camouflage among stones and gravel.
The plant embodies restraint and precision, a quiet form of survival where growth is slow, deliberate, and perfectly adapted to scarcity.

Water Needs: Very low.
Water sparingly during the active growing period, allowing the substrate to dry out completely. Keep dry during dormancy.

Light Requirement: Bright indirect light to gentle direct sun.
Strong light maintains compact form and healthy coloration. Avoid prolonged harsh midday sun.

Maintenance: Low.
Requires a very well-draining mineral substrate and careful seasonal watering. Overwatering is the main risk.

Common Names: Cone Plant

Family: Aizoaceae

Origin: Southern Africa

Cold Tolerance: Low.
Protect from temperatures below 5°C.

Heat Tolerance: Excellent.
Highly adapted to heat and arid conditions.

CERAMIC

Planted in a small, handcrafted Neraw ceramic vessel with an organic, irregular rim and dark, textured surface reminiscent of weathered rock.
The low, open form echoes the plant’s natural growth habit, allowing it to sit close to the substrate as it would in its native landscape.
Subtle surface markings and natural imperfections reinforce the geological character of the piece, blurring the boundary between object and terrain.
Together, plant and ceramic create a quiet micro-landscape, where scale, material, and stillness come together in a restrained, contemplative composition.