Haworthia cymbiformis’Variegata '
Haworthia cymbiformis(Haw . ) Duval
Cathedral Window Haworthia
Photo by Georgiy Aristov
Haworthia cymbiformisf.variegata
kinfolk : AsphodelaceaeSubfamily : AsphodeloideaeTribe : AloeaeGenus : Haworthia
This succulent is a form ofHaworthia cymbiformisselected for its variegated foliage .
Haworthia cymbiformis’Variegata ' is an attractive succulent that spring stemless rosettes of thick , fleshy , boat - shape leaves with irregular idle - green and white longitudinal stripe . The rosettes can reach up to 3 inches ( 8 cm ) in height and 4 inches ( 10 cm ) in diameter .
The flowers are tubular , blank to pale pink with brownish - greenish veins , and appear on slim stalks that can grow up to 8 inches ( 20 curium ) tall from mid - spring to other summertime .
twinkle : Although some species can originate in full sun , mostHaworthias are adjust to flourish in partial shade . Place the pottedH. cymbiformis’Variegata ' in a bright area with some protection from the hottest rays of the twenty-four hour period .
filth : AllHaworthias do not like their roots to remain pie-eyed for prolonged periods , so their potting grunge should be well - drained . apply a commercial-grade succulent potting mix , ormake your own .
Hardiness : Haworthias like warmer temperature in the summer but coolheaded in the wintertime . However , they do not like being too insensate . H. cymbiformis’Variegata ' can withstand temperatures as low as 30 to 50 ° F ( -1.1 to 10 ° C),USDA hardiness zones10a to 11b .
Watering : In fountain and fall , when the growth is most active , waterHaworthias soundly , then look until the top of the soil dries out before lacrimation again . Water your plants less during the winter when their growth slow up down significantly . During the hottest summertime months , whenHaworthias are mostly abeyant , water system it just enough to keep the leaves from shriveling .
fertilise : Haworthias do not require much fertilizer , but fertilizing is a safe estimate for optimal growth . Feed only with a dilute fertilizer and only during the active growing season .
Repotting : These succulents are generally slow - growing and can outride in the same pot for years . However , for best health , H. cymbiformis’Variegata ' should be repot into fresh soil every two to three years .
generation : Vegetative propagation , peculiarly by counterbalance , is the quickest and most common method of propagatingHaworthias . They can also be propagated by leaves and seeds . absent the offsets when they have started developing their own roots . Sow seeds in spring or fall in a well - drain soil mix .
Learn more atHow to Grow and Care for Haworthia .
Haworthiaspecies are generally non - toxic to humans and animals .
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