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Haworthia Care Guide

Haworthiopsis attenuata and Haworthia spp. (zebra plant)

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Haworthias are small, striped succulents that cope with indirect light far better than echeverias, making them one of the few succulents that do well on a desk or shelf.

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Light

Bright indirect light; tolerates less light than most succulents. Rotate the pot every few weeks so growth stays even.

Water

When the soil is completely dry, every 2-4 weeks. Always use a pot with drainage holes and empty the saucer after watering. Plants use far less water in winter.

Humidity and temperature

Humidity: low. Most houseplants prefer 60-80°F (16-27°C) and dislike cold drafts and heating vents.

Soil and feeding

Use a well-draining potting mix with extra grit or perlite. Feed lightly in spring and summer with a balanced houseplant fertilizer at half strength; skip feeding in winter.

Our tip

Use a small pot and gritty cactus mix; they rarely need a bigger pot.

Common problems

• Soft, see-through leaves: Overwatering.
• Red or brown tint: Too much direct sun; harmless stress coloring.
• Dry leaf tips: Normal aging or underwatering.

Pets

Non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA), according to the ASPCA plant list. Check any plant in our Pet-Safe Plant Checker.