Haworthia 'Kegani'

Scientific Name

Haworthia 'Kegani'

Scientific Classification

Family: Asphodelaceae
Subfamily: Asphodeloideae
Tribe: Aloeae
Genus: Haworthia

Origin

Haworthia 'Kegani' is a Japanese hybrid resulting from a cross between Haworthia retusa and Haworthia truncata.

Description

Haworthia 'Kegani' is a small succulent that forms compact rosettes of dark green to dark chocolate leaves. It grows up to 3 inches (8 cm) tall. The leaves are arranged in two opposite vertical rows in young specimens, which shows the relationship with one of the parents, Haworthia truncata. They change color depending on the season and growing conditions. Temperature, sunlight, and soil moisture all affect how they will look.

Hardiness

USDA hardiness zones 9a to 11b: from 20 °F (−6.7 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).

How to Grow and Care

These succulents are not considered difficult to grow as houseplants. If you can keep a pot of Aloe alive on a windowsill, chances are you can do the same with a dish of Haworthia. As with all succulents, the most common problem is overwatering. They should never be allowed to sit in water under any circumstances. At the same time, these decorative little plants can be grown in interesting containers such as teacups and even small baby shoes. If you're given a Haworthia in a container, ensure it has adequate drainage.

Haworthias are small, typically ranging from 3 to 5 inches (7.5 to 12.5 cm) in height, and are relatively slow-growing plants. Therefore, they are often grown in small clusters in wide, shallow pots. Over time, clusters will naturally enlarge as the mother plant sends off small plantlets. When the cluster has outgrown its pot, repot it into a new, wide, and shallow pot with fresh potting soil in the spring or early summer. This is also the time to take offsets for propagation.

Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Haworthia.

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