Haworthia, also called zebra cactus, pearl, star window, and cushion aloe, is a large genus of small, slow-growing succulent plants. They resemble mini aloe plants with rosettes of fleshy green leaves generously covered with white pearly warts or bands. Commonly kept as indoor plants, they require bright light but not all-day full sun, preferring temperatures between 70 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Haworthia thrives in sandy, well-draining, neutral soil that provides adequate summer moisture and relatively drier winter conditions.
Light: High Light (bright direct)
Foot Candles: 200 - 250+
Water: Allow to dry completely between watering
Humidity: Not required
Temperature: 18°C+
Soil: Cactus mix
Container: Self-watering or pot with drainage hole
Nutrients: 10-5-5 Spring & Summer
Propagation: Seed, leaf pullings, or removal of pups
Interiorscape Use: Tabletop, desert-themed terrarium
Common Pests: Mealybugs, Aphids, Spider Mites, Scale, Thrips
Common Issues: Root rot from over watering. Prone to stretching with insufficient light.
