Haworthiopsis coarctata
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Haworthiopsis coarctata

Cowhorn haworthia · Haworthiopsis · Tiger's tooth aloe

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Toxicity: low
Water every
17 days
Hardiness
Zone 11–11
Click count
123
Observations
619

Description

Source: leafsnap

Haworthia Coarctata (Haworthia coarctata, Haworthiopsis coarctata) is a flowering succulent plant native to South Africa's Eastern Cape Province that has become naturalized in Mexico. It's a succulent that grows in clumps of stems with fleshy, dark green to brownish-green leaves with white rounded tubercles. Its leaves are arranged in elongated rosettes, concealing an 8-inch-long stem. They can grow to be up to 2.8 inches long and 0.8 inches wide. From late spring to fall, the mature rosettes produce slender, up to 12-inch long flower stems with tubular white flowers with a greenish-brown midrib.

Care Guide

💧 Water Every 2-3 weeks
Suggested frequency: Every 2-3 weeks
☀️ Light
🌡️ Temperature

Haworthia coarctata can withstand a wide range of temperature and humidity levels, from 32 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. It does, however, prefer average indoor temperatures of 65-70 degrees Fahrenheit. It also prefers lower humidity, around 30–50%, but can tolerate up to 60%.

💨 Humidity dry (<40%)

This plant prefers dry conditions, so don't mist it. However, watering it less often can also thrive in higher humidity.

Humidity: dry (<40%)
🪴 Soil
🌱 Fertilizer

Fertilizing Haworthia Coarctata is optional, but it is recommended. Feed them when they are dormant or shortly after new offsets form and grow to the size of a dime. Use an organic houseplant fertilizer at half strength to avoid getting unwanted chemicals on your plant's succulent leaves.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Haworthia coarctata does not require pruning. If you choose to prune, use sharp, clean scissors to remove any dead leaves or flowers. Always cut above the leaf node, which is where the roots are. This will prevent disease and allow more light to reach your plant's foliage.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Humans and animals are not poisoned by Haworthia coarctata. However, as with any other plant, it is always best to proceed with caution. When handling, always use appropriate gloves because their sap can irritate bare skin. The toxicity of this plant is primarily due to its irritating sap, which can cause allergic reactions when it comes into contact with skin or eyes.

Characteristics

Plant Type
Succulent
Genus
Haworthiopsis
Family
Asphodelaceae
Hardiness Zone
11
Bloom Time
Summer
Native Area
Southern Africa

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Common Names (3)

en Cowhorn haworthia
en Haworthiopsis
en Tiger's tooth aloe