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Haworthia Zebra Plant

Haworthia fasciata

a plant in a pot

This charming miniature succulent features distinctive white horizontal stripes across its dark green pointed leaves, creating a stunning zebra-like pattern that makes it instantly recognizable. Perfect for beginners and small spaces, it stays compact and produces small white tubular flowers on thin stalks. Its unique geometric appearance and easy care requirements have made it one of the most popular houseplant succulents worldwide.

Harvest

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Days to harvest

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Sun

Bright indirect light

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Zones

9–11

USDA hardiness

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Height

2-12 inches

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Complete Growing Guide

Soil: Sand, Shallow Rocky. Soil pH: Neutral (6.0-8.0). Drainage: Good Drainage, Occasionally Dry. Height: 0 ft. 2 in. - 1 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 0 ft. 2 in. - 1 ft. 0 in.. Spacing: Less than 12 inches. Growth rate: Medium. Propagation: Division, Leaf Cutting, Seed.

Harvesting

Capsule ovoid to oblong, 3-locular. Seeds with angles winged.

Type: Capsule.

Bloom time: Spring, Summer

History & Origin

Origin: South Africa

Advantages

  • +Disease resistance: Drought

Companion Plants

Plant Together

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Jade Plant

Similar water and light requirements, both thrive in well-draining soil

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Aloe Vera

Compatible watering schedule and both prefer bright, indirect light

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Echeveria

Same drought-tolerant nature and shallow root system requirements

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String of Pearls

Complementary growth habit and identical low-water needs

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Burro's Tail

Both prefer infrequent watering and excellent drainage

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Hens and Chicks

Similar soil preferences and tolerance for neglect

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Christmas Cactus

Compatible light requirements and similar watering frequency

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Panda Plant

Same preference for dry conditions and well-draining succulent soil

Keep Apart

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Ferns

Require high humidity and frequent watering which can cause root rot in Haworthia

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Impatiens

Need consistently moist soil and high water requirements incompatible with succulent care

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Hostas

Prefer shade and regular moisture, opposite of Haworthia's bright light and dry soil needs

Pests & Disease Resistance

Resistance

Very good resistance when not overwatered

Common Pests

Mealybugs, scale insects, spider mites in dry conditions

Diseases

Root rot from overwatering, leaf rot from water trapped in rosette

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