Overview
Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea is a matforming cactus succulent in the genus Haworthia, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea 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 herbacea var. herbacea 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 plant thrives in full sun and requires a sheltered position, ideally south- or west-facing. It prefers well-drained loam or sandy soil with a pH that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Suitable for cultivation in gritty soil, it is best grown as a houseplant, in a conservatory, or greenhouse. Propagation is achieved through offsets or seed, with summer being the season of interest.
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 herbacea var. herbacea size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplant, Conservatory, Greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea
- Propagation
- Offsets, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea?
Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea need?
Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea hardy in the UK?
Haworthia herbacea var. herbacea 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 herbacea var. herbacea?
Offsets, Seed.
More in the Haworthia genus
- Haworthia reticulata var. reticulata
- Haworthia 'Bird's Tail'
- Haworthia 'Bristle Tip'
- Haworthia 'Joy Bubbles'
- Haworthia 'Kikuhigasa'
- Haworthia 'Pink Nebula'
- Haworthia picta (Moegi Group) 'Mr K Ohjuwa's Silver Green'