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Common names of Haworthia limifolia

Haworthia limifolia is commonly known as spiral-leaf hawks-claw grass.

Habits of Haworthia limifolia

Haworthia limifolia is a succulent plant in the genus Haworthia, family Liliaceae (or Asphodelaceae), and spring and autumn are its vigorous growth periods.

Haworthia limifolia is native to South Africa and likes warm, dry andsunny environments. In bright light, it grows vigorously. The most suitable temperature for growth is18~24, and in winter it should not be lower than5℃。

Haworthia limifolia is cold-tolerant, drought-tolerant and tolerant of partial shade. It fears waterlogging and direct strong light. The plant can be kept in a bright place for care, with appropriate shading. During the growing period, keep the potting soil moist and avoid waterlogging.

Care tips for Haworthia limifolia

Repotting: Haworthia limifolia grows slowly, so once every2year is enough for repotting. Use a mix of leaf mold, potting soil and coarse sand for the potting soil, adding a small amount of cow manure and bone meal.

Watering and fertilizing: During the growing period of Haworthia limifolia, keep the potting soil slightly moist, and never let it alternate between dry and wet. Fertilize once a month with a special fertilizer for succulents.

Temperature control: In summer, when temperatures are high, the plant grows slowly, with no obvious dormancy. In winter, control the temperature between10~12°C, and when it is lower than5°C, growth stops.

Propagation methods for Haworthia limifolia

Division: In spring, combine with repotting and separate the young plants at the base of the mother plant. After division, do not water too much, so as not to affect root recovery.

Cuttings:5~6month, take cuttings by cutting off the young shoots newly growing from the base of the mother plant and inserting them into a sand bed. After cutting, control the temperature at18~22℃，20~25days later, they can take root.

Suggested planting combinations: Haworthia cooperi var. pilifera f. cristata, Haworthia cymbiformis.