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Haworthia pygmaea var. argenteomaculosa
Also Known As
- Haworthia dekenahii var. argenteomaculosa
- Haworthia fouchei
- Haworthia multilineata
- Haworthia pygmaea var. argenteo-maculosa
- Haworthia retusa var. multilineata
- Haworthia retusa var. solitaria
- Haworthia silviae
- Haworthia solitaria
- Star Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2"-4"
- W: 3"-8"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Haworthia pygmaea var. argenteomaculosa plant details
Haworthia pygmaea var. argenteomaculosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Haworthia pygmaea var. argenteomaculosa
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asphodelaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 8 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: clumping, container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Haworthia pygmaea var. argenteomaculosa
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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Garden photo gallery of Haworthia pygmaea var. argenteomaculosa
By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Haworthia pygmaea var. argenteomaculosa plant
How to Grow Haworthia pygmaea var. argenteomaculosa
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 4"-6"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Haworthia attenuata 'Super Zebra', Haworthia fasciata 'Alba'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 3"-4"
Width: 2"-5"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Haworthia 'Savannah'
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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