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Haworthiopsis limifolia 'Spider White'
| Family Name: | Asphodelaceae |
| Common Name: | White Fairy Washboard |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Succulent Plant |
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Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
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| Preferred Climate Zone | Mediterranean, Desert / Arid |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Rosette forming succulent herb |
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| Foliage | Rosettes to 6cm tall and 8-9cm in diameter. Leaves dull light greyish green, with prominent, raised ridges on both surfaces; ridges with white markings, closely set and appearing as white stripes. |
| Taxonomy | This cultivar is similar to plants that have been circulated and sold under the invalid name of Haworthia limifolia var. striata, which also has similar white striations on the leaves. Synonyms : Haworthia limifolia 'Spider White' |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
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| Landscape Uses | Skyrise / Balcony, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
| Thematic Landscaping | Rockery / Desert Garden |
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 |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Little Water, [Remarks] (Allow the planting media to dry out before watering the plants again) |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils, Low Humidity / Aircon, Disease / Pest Resistant, Easy to Grow |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green - Light Green, White |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Rough, Thick |
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Others
| Master ID | 32253 |
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| Species ID | 6661 |
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