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Haworthiopsis limifolia (Marloth) G.D.Rowley
| Family Name: | Asphodelaceae |
| Synonyms: | Haworthia limifolia Marloth |
| Common Name: | Fairy Washboard |
Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Succulent Plant |
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| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | South Africa (Transvaal) |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Rosette forming succulent to 10cm across |
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| Roots | Roots thick, fleshy. |
| Foliage | Leaves tuberculate, dark green; tubercles arranged in transverse rows. |
| Flowers | Flowers white with greyish-green veins |
| Cultivation | Many attractive forms of this species has been developed by succulent plant enthusiasts - these include variegated forms with leaves that are a mix of bright yellow or cream with dark green longitudinal striations. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
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| Seed or Spore Dispersal | Abiotic |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade, [Remarks] (If grown outdoors in a rock garden setting, this species should be grown under larger succulents, e.g. Euphorbia spp, where it will receive some shade during the hottest part of the day. Media should be fertile, loose and well drained. For indoor planting - locations with very bright shade (e.g. right next to the window, balconies) or morning sun and good air circulation would be ideal for this species. This species is able to take drenching from monsoon rains as long as the media is well drained, and is able to dry out quickly.) |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Little Water, [Remarks] (Allow soil to dry out in between waterings; prefers more water when actively growing (i.e. putting out new leaves or flowers)) |
| Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Drought Tolerant, Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils, Low Humidity / Aircon, Easy to Grow |
| Transplanting Tolerance | Good |
| Maintenance Requirements | Low |
| Fertilizing | Slow release, balanced fertilizers (e.g. osmocote or other pellets) can be incorporated into the planting medium. |
| Potential Problems | Fungal rot / damping off can occur if plants are overwatered or media is waterlogged |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Seed |
| Propagation Method Remarks | Offsets from mother plant can be detached and rooted separately |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Brown, Green |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Rough, Thick |
| Prominent Young Flush Colour(s) | Green |
| Young Flush Texture(s) | Rough, Thick |
| Foliar Arrangement Along Stem | Rosulate / Rosette |
| Foliar Attachment to Stem | Sessile |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | White, Silver / Grey, Green |
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| Flower Texture(s) | Thin |
| Flowering Period | After Rain |
| Flower Lifespan on Plant | Several Days |
Fruit, Seed and Spore
| Mature Fruit Colour(s) | Brown |
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| Fruit Type | Dehiscent Dry Fruit |
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Others
| Master ID | 31010 |
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| Species ID | 5397 |
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