Overview
Haworthia 'Bristle Tip' is a matforming cactus succulent in the genus Haworthia, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Haworthia 'Bristle Tip' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplant, conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Haworthia 'Bristle Tip' is a matforming cultivar of the Haworthia genus, which comprises stemless succulent perennials with rosettes of thick, fleshy leaves often adorned with white tubercles. This evergreen succulent thrives in full sun and requires a sheltered position, ideally south- or west-facing, with well-drained loam or sandy soil of any pH. Suitable for cultivation in gritty soil, it is best grown as a houseplant, in a conservatory or greenhouse. Propagation is by offsets or seed, and it is particularly attractive during the summer season.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Haworthia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Haworthia 'Bristle Tip' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplant, Conservatory, Greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Haworthia 'Bristle Tip'
- Propagation
- Offsets, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Haworthia 'Bristle Tip'?
Haworthia 'Bristle Tip' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Haworthia 'Bristle Tip' need?
Haworthia 'Bristle Tip' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Haworthia 'Bristle Tip' hardy in the UK?
Haworthia 'Bristle Tip' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Haworthia 'Bristle Tip'?
Offsets, Seed.
More in the Haworthia genus
- Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea
- Haworthia reticulata var. reticulata
- Haworthia 'Bird's Tail'
- Haworthia 'Joy Bubbles'
- Haworthia 'Kikuhigasa'
- Haworthia 'Pink Nebula'
- Haworthia picta (Moegi Group) 'Mr K Ohjuwa's Silver Green'