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Haworthia cymbiformis
Also Known As
- Aloe cymbaefolia
- Aloe hebes
- Aloe planifolia
- Apicra cymbaefolia
- Haworthia concave
- Haworthia cymbiformis var. angustata
- Haworthia cymbiformis var. compacta
- Haworthia cymbiformis var. cymbiformis
- Haworthia cymbiformis var. planifolia
- Haworthia cymbiformis var. subarmata
- Haworthia lepida
- Haworthia planifolia
- Haworthia planifolia var. exulata
- Haworthia planifolia var. incrassate
- Haworthia planifolia var. longifolia
- Haworthia planifolia var. poellnitziana
- Haworthia planifolia var. sublaevis
- Cathedral Window Haworthia
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 9"-12"
planting zones
- 9b-12
Haworthia cymbiformis plant details
Haworthia cymbiformis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and white foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Haworthia cymbiformis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asparagaceae, asphodelaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and white
- Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Haworthia cymbiformis
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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By: Stan Shebs
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Gardening facts about Haworthia cymbiformis plant
How to Grow Haworthia cymbiformis
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- white
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Aloe attenuata var. clariperla, Aloe clariperla, Apicra attenuata, Haworthia attenuata var. attenuata, Haworthia attenuata var. britteniana, Haworthia attenuata var. deltoidea, Haworthia attenuata var. inusitata, Haworthia attenuata var. linearis, Haworthia attenuata var. minissima, Haworthia attenuata var. odonoghueana, Haworthia attenuata var. striata, Haworthia attenuata var. uitewaaliana, Haworthia attenuata var. zebrina, Haworthia britteniana, Haworthia clariperla, Haworthia fasciata var. caespitosa, Haworthia pumila ssp. attenuata, Haworthia zebrina
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 3"-5"
Width: 3"-6"
- bright shade - shade
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 1"-6"
Width: 2"-6"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
aka Haworthia correcta, Haworthia emelyae var. emelyae, Haworthia picta
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 1"-6"
Width: 3"-10"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Aloe glabrata
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 5"-16"
Width: 4"-12"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2"-20"
Width: 3"-6"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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