Zebra Haworthia (Haworthia attenuata)

Zebra Haworthia

Haworthia attenuata

Striped leaves hold desert quiet like a tiny living mosaic. Compact succulent; common name: Zebra Haworthia.

Partial sun
1–2/week
Beginner
🌱

Plant Needs

☀️
Sunlight Bright indirect light; tolerate partial shade, avoid prolonged direct summer sun which can scorch leaf tips
💧
Watering Water thoroughly only when soil is completely dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
🌡️
Temperature Thrives at 18–24℃; protect from frost below 5℃ to prevent leaf damage
🔍

Characteristics

  • Leaf: Triangular, fleshy leaves with white transverse stripes on outer surfaces, arranged in dense rosettes.
  • Flower: Slender upright stalks bearing small, tubular white to pale pink flowers.
  • Stem: Short, non-woody stem mostly concealed beneath leaf rosettes.
🛠️

Care Guide

Watering

Allow soil to dry fully between waterings; water deeply when top 5 cm of soil is dry

Fertilization

Diluted low-nitrogen succulent fertilizer once monthly. Do not fertilize during winter dormancy

Eggshell powder top dressing:Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium content and improve soil drainage
Pruning
  • Remove dried, brown outer leaves to maintain a tidy rosette appearance
  • Trim spent flower stalks after blooming to conserve plant energy
  • Gently separate offset rosettes during repotting for propagation
⚠️

Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic to cats

Humans: No known toxicity to humans

📖

Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: Symbolizes quiet resilience and compact beauty in small spaces

Usage: Indoor succulent ornamental, container gardening, terrarium plant