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HaworthiaFamily: Liliaceae.
| Haworthia margaritifera Haw. |
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Genus of about 100 species of dwarf, basal-rosetted, more or less stemless, perennial succulents from lowland and sometimes hillsides of Namibia, Swaziland, Mozambique, and South Africa. Haworthias are Aloe-like succulents which bear thick and warty leaves. |
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Watering and misting |
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| Average warmth from spring to autumn - minimum 50F in winter.Semi-shade or bright light. Some shade in summer may be necessary. Grow in standard cactus potting mix. |
Keep compost moist at all time. In winter water very infrequently, once every 1-2 months. No need to mist the leaves. |
Cuttings root easily. Take stem cuttings, offsets or leaf cuttings in spring or summer. It is vital to let the cuttings dry for a few days before inserting in compost. Water very sparingly and do not cover with polythene or glass. Another propagation method is seed sowing - germination temperature 70-80 F. |
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Haworthia limifolia Marl. |
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Haworthia radula Haw. |
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Haworthia reinwardtii Haw. |
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Haworthia tesselata Haw. |
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User-submitted additions and corrections:
lori
Canada
14th Aug 2005
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I have had mine for over 4 years and treat it like a cacti... i never keep the soil moist |
Tom Thompson
California
31st May 2007
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Haworthias are marvelous plants for collectors. The shape variations are unending, since even the same species has leaf variations. Their small size means your collection takes up minimal space. I have 60. |
Emily Leonard
Honduras
21st Nov 2007
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I have been treating my Haworthias like cactus but am moving pups to different light situations. Mine thrive in my 1/3 sand, 2/3 commercial (U.S.) potting soil, well crocked with gravel. They are user friendly plants. |
Sandra Simpson
USA
11th Jan 2008
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I really do enjoy my plants. Have found that a couple of ice cubes a day
works wonders. |
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