Scientific Name
Haworthia cuspidata Haw.
Synonym(s)
Catevala cuspidata, Haworthia cymbiformis × retusa
Common Name(s)
Star Window Plant
Scientific Classification
Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae
Subfamily: Asphodeloideae
Genus: Haworthia
Flower
Color: White
Bloom Time: Summer
Origin
Haworthia cuspidata is probably a hybrid of Haworthia cymbiformis and Haworthia retusa.
Description
Haworthia cuspidata is a small succulent that forms rosettes of lime green to greenish-grey leaves. The rosettes can reach up to 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter. The leaves are wedge-shaped, pointed at the tip, and have darker green, glassy, translucent areas near the tips.
The flowers are white and borne on slender stalks that can grow up to 8 inches (20 cm) long.
How to Grow and Care for Haworthia cuspidata
Hardiness: USDA hardiness zones 9a to 11b: from 20°F (-6.7°C) to 50°F (10°C).
Haworthias aren't difficult houseplants to grow—if you can keep a pot of Aloe alive on a windowsill, you can do the same with a dish of Haworthia. As with all succulents, the biggest danger is too much water—they should never sit in water under any circumstances. At the same time, you can grow these little decorative plants in interesting containers such as teacups and even miniature baby shoes. If you're given a Haworthia in such a container, make sure it has adequate drainage; if it doesn't, consider popping the plant out and adding a layer of gravel to the bottom to reduce the soil's wicking action. Finally, look out for sunburned spots on your plants.
Haworthias are small (usually staying between 3 inches (7.5 cm) and 5 inches (12.5 cm) tall) and relatively slow-growing. They are often grown in small clusters in wide, shallow dishes.
See more at How to Grow and Care for Haworthia.
Links
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