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Haworthia 'Fairy Washboard'

Haworthia 'Fairy Washboard'

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The Haworthia 'Fairy Washboard', scientifically known as Haworthiopsis limifolia, is a captivating houseplant admired for its thick, ridged leaves that resemble a washboard. The dark green, triangular leaves grow in a rosette pattern and are marked with raised, horizontal ridges, creating a striking and textured appearance. This Haworthia exhibits a compact growth habit and when fully mature, 'Fairy Washboard' typically reaches a height of approximately 4-6 inches.

Botanical & Common Names

Botanical: Haworthiopsis limifolia

Common: Fairy Washboard Haworthia, Fairy Washboard Plant, Zebra Haworthia, Washboard Haworthia

Necessary Care Tips

  • Light: Bright Indirect
  • Ideal Temperature: 60-80°F
  • Humidity: Low
  • Water: Allow the soil to dry out completely between watering
  • Fertilize: Fertilize sparingly, once in the spring and once in the summer.
  • Preferred Soil: Cacti and Succulent Potting Mix

Advanced Care Tips

  • Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate some direct morning or late afternoon sun.
  • Thrives in temperatures between 60°F and 80°F (15°C to 27°C). Can tolerate lower temperatures but should be protected from frost. Ideal nighttime temperature is around 50°F (10°C).
  • Haworthia can be easily propagated through offsets (pups) that form around the base of the plant. Simply separate the pups and plant them in their own pots.

Plant Insights

  • Member of the Asphodelaceae family, which is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 900 species.
  • Native to South Africa.
  • Some Haworthia species have translucent "windows" at the tips of their leaves, allowing light to penetrate deeper into the plant for photosynthesis.
  • Pet Safe / Nontoxic
  • Low Maintenance
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