We are excited to announce the subject of the first volume in our Mesemb series: The Titanopsis Group.

The titanopsis group is an embarrassment of horticultural riches, including Lithops. We’ve divided the group into two volumes, following the natural sub-groupings suggested by the prevailing classification of the family, with all genera receiving complete treatment (Lithops and its closest allies being slated for a later offering).

This first part of the Titanopsis Group will cover some 40 species in nine genera, nearly all collectable flowering stones. Among them, Aloinopsis has the distinction of being one of the few caudiciform mesembs, while Tanquana, a true stone-face plant, represents one of the least known of the living stones—once classified under Pleiospilos, though more delicate and far more charming. The warty rosettes of Titanopsis flush to form browns and grays to dusky purples and rose.

This book will be exquisite: from the engaging text of the world's best-known mesemb grower to photos and paintings from the best photographers and illustrators in the world of succulent plants. Like other books by this author, we anticipate these books will become rare collectables and essential resources for identification and reading enjoyment.

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Accepting pre-orders helps Little Sphaeroid Press determine demand and offsets the costs of production, including author royalties and advances. Books will be printed in limited-edition print runs, and subscribers who make a donation to the project at the time of ordering will receive special printed recognition in the book!