What Is the Difference Between Haworthia cooperi and Haworthia cooperi var. truncata? Read On to Find Out

Haworthia cooperi is a succulent plant, and its fleshy leaves are as translucent as jade, crystal clear and round, like a work of art that can be placed on a balcony or desk; therefore, it is highly popular among succulent enthusiasts. Today I will introducethe differences between Haworthia cooperi and Haworthia cooperi var. truncata.

1. Different distribution

Haworthia cooperi var. truncata is mainly distributed in the southern part of Cape Province, South Africa, readily forms clumps, prefers a growth environment with bright light, and is not tolerant of waterlogging or intense direct sunlight.

Haworthia cooperi is native to South Africa and is now cultivated in many places around the world. It prefers a cool, semi-shaded environment, and its main growing seasons are spring and autumn. It is drought-tolerant but not cold-tolerant, and it dislikes high temperatures, humidity, and scorching sun; it is also afraid of deep shade and waterlogged soil, and should be given sufficient light during the growing season.

2. Different leaves

Haworthia cooperi var. truncata has a rosette-shaped growth habit, fresh emerald-green leaf color, and thick, plump fleshy leaves that are short spoon-shaped with non-pointed tips. The leaf surface is covered with green markings.

Haworthia cooperi plants are initially solitary and gradually form clumps. The fleshy leaves are arranged in a rosette, the leaf color is jade green, and the tips are transparent or semi-transparent, called the “window”; the surface has dark longitudinal lines, and the tips have fine “bristles” (commonly known as “tip hairs”, though some horticultural forms of Haworthia cooperi lack this feature).

3. Different flower shapes

When Haworthia cooperi var. truncata blooms, a raceme emerges from between the leaves; the flowers are relatively small and cute, pale white in color, and the petals grow in an outward-curling manner.

Haworthia cooperi has a loose raceme, and the small flowers are white with green longitudinal stripes. The two are very different.

In the genus Haworthia, many species are called “Haworthia cooperi”, most of which are varieties, horticultural forms, and hybrids. New cultivars keep emerging one after another, and phenomena such as “same name, different plant” and “same plant, different names” are also common.