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Haworthia retusa (Haworthia retusa)

Haworthia retusa is a small succulent forming rosettes of triangular, translucent leaves. Native to South Africa, it's known as Star Window Haworthia.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Requires a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. A gritty, sandy composition is ideal to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Protect from intense direct sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Requires a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. A gritty, sandy composition is ideal to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Avoid frost.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Use diluted succulent fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-10 cm

Spread

10-15 cm

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Gray-green

Leaf Type

Succulent

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Aloe retusa L.
Apicra retusa (L.) Willd.
Catevala retusa (L.) Medik.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsphodelaceae
  • genusHaworthia
  • speciesHaworthia retusa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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