Haworthia retusa

Zebra Haworthia

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Small rosette succulent with distinctive white stripes on dark green translucent leaves. Native to South Africa, ideal for desks and bright indoor spots.
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Plant Details

Common Name Zebra Haworthia
Family Asphodelaceae
Genus Haworthia
Species Retusa
Origin South Africa
Blooming White tubular flowers on tall stalks in late spring.
Leaf Color Dark green with white stripes, translucent tips (windows)
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with high perlite or pumice content

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Watering

Water deeply only when soil is completely dry. Reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; avoid harsh midday sun which causes scorching

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Fertilization

Diluted succulent fertilizer once a month during active growth (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Remove dead basal leaves; cut flower stalk after blooming to conserve energy

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

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

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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 81°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 3000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 45%
% 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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