Description | Zebra Plant (Haworthiopsis fasciata) A small succulent plant with triangular leaves lined with white warty-like ridges. Grows best in bright light growing on the dry side. Formerly in the Haworthia genus. |
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Plant Type | Succulents, Perennial Tender, Site author's observations |
Hardiness Zone | 10-11 |
Sunlight | will grow in full direct sun but do better in bright |
Moisture | dry out between watering, will survive very dry conditions but the plant will become ratty looking |
Soil & Site | well-drained |
Growing Media | cactus and succulent mix |
Flowers | small, white and tubular, produced on long wiry scapes, hang down on arching scapes |
Leaves | green, triangular, succulent, lined with white warty (tubercules) bumps |
Roots | fibrous |
Dimensions | 5 by 10 inches (HS) |
Propagation | stem cuttings, easy by division of offsets |
Native Site | South Africa (southern Cape Provinces) |
Misc Facts | Haworthiopsis means "like Haworthia". AKA: Zebra Plant; Zebra Cactus; Fasciata Plant; Haworthia fasciata |
Author's Notes | I have grown this plant for many years and it is easy to grow. Give a bright window and keep on the dry side. |