Haworthia coarctata var. tenuis
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Haworthia coarctata var. tenuis plant details
Haworthia coarctata var. tenuis is a slow-growing evergreen cactus / succulent with blue, burgundy, green and white foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Haworthia coarctata var. tenuis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asphodelaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue, burgundy, green and white
- Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Haworthia coarctata var. tenuis
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Gardening facts about Haworthia coarctata var. tenuis plant
How to Grow Haworthia coarctata var. tenuis
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- white
- green
- blue
- burgundy
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 5"-6"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 3"-4"
Width: 2"-5"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-20"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 3"-6"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 3"-5"
Width: 3"-5"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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