Description
Haworthia truncata is a small succulent plant, typically grown as a houseplant. It has fascinating, rectangular, fleshy leaves in grey-green, which are held in an upright position and arranged in opposite rows. The end of each leaf has scar-like markings and ridges, which look a little like the plant has been cut (or truncated), hence ‘truncata’. Insignificant, white flowers appear in summer.
No more difficult to raise than Aloe vera, grow Haworthia truncata in well-drained soil or cactus compost, on a light, airy windowsill, ideally out of direct sunlight. Water sparingly in summer, allowing the compost to fully dry out between watering. Reduce watering to every other month in winter.
How to grow Haworthia Truncata
Haworthia truncata is a slow-growing small succulent with a warty surface, heightening up to 3″ to 5″ inches.
This desert species typically spread in thick clusters in opposite rows.
It has flat rectangular stemless segments in a lime green color, and variegated leaves also called the windowed leaves.
The plant displays these unusual features from late summer to fall.
Flowering and Fragrance
This unique plant species forms inflorescence stalks up to 12” inches tall.
When in full bloom, usually in summer, the succulent produces barely visible white loose flowers.
How to care for Haworthia Truncata
Light and Temperature
Haworthia truncata develops best in full sun or light shade.
The green cactus is capable of coping with light frost.
However, it is better not to expose the succulent to below 41° degrees Fahrenheit (5° C).
The ideal temperature for the growth of maughanii is from 75° to 90° degrees Fahrenheit (24° – 32° C).
The USDA United States hardiness zone of the Haworthia truncata is 10a to 11b.
Watering and Feeding
The miniature plant prefers frequent watering in spring, summer, and fall.
However, the plant needs little to no watering in the cold, chilly months.
In winter, water the soil just enough to protect the roots from getting damaged.
Avoid overwatering to keep the succulent happy and healthy.
Apply nitrogen-based fertilizer once or twice during the growing season.
Make sure the fertilizer is made for cactus and has all the necessary nutrients.
Soil and Transplanting
This succulent is prone to root rot. Thus, it prefers sandy and gritty soil to prevent the plant from staying wet. Check out our articles on making your own Cactus Soil or Succulent Soil.
Some botanists recommend mixing coarse sand into the soil surface to offer good drainage.
The soil may also contain crushed stones such as decomposed granite or chick grit.
Every year, the roots of the plant die and start to rot.
If the plant is not transferred into a new pot, the entire plant may die.
Therefore, the cacti should be repotted every year or two.
Make sure to use a deep container or pot to retain long, tender roots safely.
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