Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata' is a small, low-maintenance plant that forms attractive fan-shaped clusters.
Scientific Name
Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata'
Accepted Scientific Name
Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green'
Scientific Classification
Family: Asphodelaceae
Subfamily: Asphodeloideae
Tribe: Aloeae
Genus: Haworthia
Origin
Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata' is a form of Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green' selected for its variegated foliage.
Description
Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata' is a charming small succulent with variegated leaves arranged in two opposite rows. The leaves are lime green, adorned with irregular cream or pale yellow markings, often displaying beautiful shades of red. They have distinct truncated tips, grow upright, and have square to rectangular cross-sections with tiny tubercles on the upper portion.
Each specimen is unique, with some leaves being entirely cream or yellow.
How to Grow and Care for Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata'
Light: Place the potted plant in a bright area with some protection from the hottest rays of the day. Deep shade tends to weaken the plant over time. If it has spent the winter indoors, gradually move it outdoors into the bright sun to prevent sunburn.
Soil: This plant does not like its roots to remain wet for prolonged periods, so the soil should be well-drained. You can use commercial soil for succulents or make your own potting mix.
Temperature: Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata' tolerates warmer summer temperatures and cool temperatures in winter. However, it does not like being too cold. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10a to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30 to 50 °F (-1.1 to 10 °C).
Watering: Water thoroughly in spring and fall, when growth is most active, and wait until the top of the soil dries out before watering again. Water the plant less in winter, when its growth slows significantly. During the summer, when it is mostly dormant, water it just enough to keep the leaves from shriveling.
Fertilizing: Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata' does not require much fertilizer. However, for optimum growth, fertilization is a good idea. Feed only with a water-soluble fertilizer only during the growing season.
Repotting: This plant can stay in the same pot for years. To keep it healthy and happy, repot it into fresh soil every two to three years in spring or fall.
Propagation: Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata' is propagated by leaf cuttings or dividing older specimens.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Haworthia.
Toxicity of Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata'
Haworthia truncata 'Lime Green Variegata' is considered non-toxic and safe around kids and pets.
Links
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