Haworthia
Haworthiopsis fasciata
Compact zebra-striped succulent with a rosette of dark-green pointed leaves banded with raised white tubercles. One of the most forgiving succulents, tolerating lower light than most. Perfect for a desk or small shelf.
Best rooms for haworthia
Light requirements
Best near a window with filtered light — avoid harsh direct rays.
Tolerates shade and north-facing windows with limited natural light.
How to care for haworthia
Bright indirect light is ideal, but tolerates shade better than most succulents. Water when the compost is completely dry — roughly every 2-3 weeks. Very little water in winter. Use free-draining cactus compost. Feed 2-3 times in the growing season. Minimum 5°C.
Watering
Let the compost dry out completely between waterings. Roughly every 2–4 weeks.
Propagation
- Remove offsets in spring
- Leaf cuttings (slow)
Toxicity
This plant is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
Common problems
- Brown or white leaf tips from too much direct sun
- Root rot from overwatering
- Slow growth (normal)
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