Haworthia cymbiformisvar.obtusa(Haw . ) Baker
Haworthia cymbiformisvar.umbraticola , Haworthia hilliana , Haworthia obtusa , Haworthia umbraticola , Haworthia umbraticolavar.hilliana
category : AsphodelaceaeSubfamily : AsphodeloideaeTribe : AloeaeGenus : Haworthia
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The varietal name " obtusa(ob - TOO - suh ) " mean " blunt , dull , obtuse " and refers to the straight-from-the-shoulder apex of the leaves .
Haworthia cymbiformisvar.obtusais native toSouth Africa(Eastern Cape ) .
Haworthia cymbiformisvar.obtusais a small succulent that constitute little potato of bright green leaves with sinister longitudinal stripes and diaphanous tips . The rosette can reach up to 4 inches ( 10 cm ) in diameter and countervail at their base , organize large clumps . The leaves are thick , heavy , smooth , and boat - forge .
The white to light-green - white flowers with pinkish - brown venous blood vessel come along on svelte stalks that can farm up to 8 inch ( 20 centimeter ) tall from spring to summertime .
This variety is like toHaworthia cooperivar.truncatabut has a slightly different leafage shape and less crystalline leaf tips .
Light : Although some species can arise in full Sunday , mostHaworthias are adapted to thrive in partial shade . Place the pottedH. cymbiformis var . obtusain a bright domain with some protection from the hottest rays of the day .
Soil : AllHaworthias do not like their solution to remain soused for prolonged period , so their potting grunge should be well - drained . Use a commercial succulent potting mix , ormake your own .
Hardiness : Haworthias like warm temperatures in the summer but cool in the wintertime . However , they do not like being too cold . H. cymbiformis var . obtusacan withstand temperature as low as 30 to 50 ° F ( -1.1 to 10 ° C),USDA hardiness zones10a to 11b .
tearing : In natural spring and fall , when the growth is most active , waterHaworthias soundly , then wait until the top of the soil dry out out before watering again . irrigate your plants less during the winter when their growth slows down importantly . During the hot summertime months , whenHaworthias are mostly dormant , water it just enough to keep the leaves from shriveling .
fertilize : Haworthias do not expect much fertilizer , but fertilizing is a good estimation for optimal growing . Feed only with a diluted plant food and only during the participating produce time of year .
Repotting : These succulent are generally easy - growing and can abide in the same pot for years . However , for best wellness , H. cymbiformis var . obtusashould be repotted into brisk soil every two to three years .
Propagation : vegetational propagation , especially by setoff , is the quickest and most vulgar method of propagatingHaworthias . They can also be propagated by leaves and seeds . Remove the offset when they have started developing their own solution . Sow seed in spring or fall in a well - draining soil mix .
find out more atHow to Grow and Care for Haworthia .
Haworthiaspecies are by and large non - toxic to humans and creature .
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