Haworthia turgida
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Haworthia turgida

Tier 2 Difficulty: hard Water: high Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 9–11
Click count
23
Observations
26

Description

Source: leafsnap

Haworthia turgida, also sometimes known as the windowpane plant, is a species of Haworthia native to the Cape Provinces. Its common name comes from the translucent panes on its leaves, which are similar to those of Haworthia cooperi and some other species in the genus. It grows in dense clusters of offsets from the base, and in its native habitat prefers rocky limestone or slate cliffs. The main type has pale green leaves but varies widely. Varieties include Haworthia turgida var. longibracteata (M.B.Bayer) and Haworthia turgida var. suberecta (Poelln.)

Care Guide

💧 Water

Haworthia turgida is well-suited for dry environments due to its excellent drought tolerance. It typically requires watering only every three weeks. This evergreen plant is often grown indoors for its compact size and decorative charm. Its succulent leaves store water, allowing it to withstand dry indoor conditions easily.

☀️ Light Partial sun

Windowpane Haworthia comes from habitats with filtered light, like the understory of forests or shaded rocky sites that provide natural shade. It prefers partial sunlight but can also endure full sun.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

Although Windowpane Haworthia tolerates some heat, it mainly does best and grows during cooler seasons and becomes dormant in summer. In very hot summer conditions, provide shade to prevent scorching from intense sunlight. Watering should be reduced or stopped during the hottest part of the year to avoid root rot. Winter and spring are when Windowpane Haworthia grows vigorously. As long as temperatures don’t fall too low, it will continue to grow steadily.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Windowpane Haworthia requires only light doses of fertilizer one to two times a year during the growing season. Avoid fertilizing in winter and in summer when it is dormant. Cut back on fertilizer for repotted plants and wait a couple of months after repotting before applying any. Fertilizing supports healthy growth and encourages blooms.

🪴 Pot & Repot Every 2 years

When repotting Windowpane Haworthia, choose a pot slightly larger than the current one that has good drainage. Use a gritty, well-draining succulent or cactus mix. Gently remove the plant from its old container, brush off excess soil, and place it at the same depth. Wait several days before watering so any root damage can heal. Repot in spring or fall and set the plant in a brightly lit spot.

Suggested frequency: Every 2 years
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Succulent
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Haworthia
Family
Asphodelaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
20 cm
Mature Spread
30 cm
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Forest Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
0.51 cm to 0.76 cm
Bloom Time
Summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall

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