Haworthia obtusa f. truncata

Window Haworthia

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A small succulent with thick, fleshy leaves that taper to a flat, translucent tip allowing light into the underground stem. Compact rosette form.
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Plant Details

Common Name Window Haworthia
Family Asphodelaceae
Genus Haworthia
Species Obtusa
Variety f. truncata
Origin South Africa
Blooming Small white tubular flowers on a tall stalk in spring/summer, rarely indoors.
Leaf Color Dark green with white spots, translucent tips
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with high mineral content (perlite, pumice)

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Watering

Soak and dry method. Water when soil is completely dry; reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; direct sun can scorch translucent leaf windows

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Fertilization

Diluted balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (spring/summer)

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Pruning

Remove spent flower stalks and dead basal leaves to prevent rot

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 81°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
15% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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