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Pleiospilos
N.E.Br. 1925

Etymology: From the Greek pléios (many) and spìlos (spots).
Place of Origin: South Africa and some species in Namibia.

Despite their appearance, which resembles huge pincers, they are completely harmless, as they lack spines and are actually quite soft. Their main defense is camouflage by mimicking rocks. They have thick, fleshy leaves arranged in pairs, with colors ranging from light green to grayish brown. They bloom in autumn or spring, producing large flowers, usually orange or yellow in color. They require little water and plenty of light.

Plants composed of pairs of leaves, typically 2, 4, or in rarer cases 6, with a stem that usually remains completely hidden. The leaves resemble somewhat rounded pincers. Their large flowers are usually yellow or slightly pink. They thrive in well-draining soil, intense sunlight, and not-too-cold temperatures. They appreciate abundant watering in summer and minimal to no watering during cold periods.

Main Taxa
Pleiospilos nelii (Schwantes) More Information Etymology: Dedicated to Nel, Gert Cornelius (1885-1950), a great scholar and plant collector in Africa. Place of Origin: Cape Province, South Africa.

Other Taxa:

Pleiospilos bolusii ((Hook F.) N. E. Br.)

Pleiospilos compactus ((Aiton) Schwantes1927.)

Pleiospilos leipoldtii (L.Bolus1931.)

Pleiospilos magnipunctatus ((Haw) Schwantes)

PleiospilosN.E.Br. 1925

N.E.Br. 1925

Pleiospilos nelii (Schwantes)

Pleiospilos
N.E.Br. 1925