Haworthia attenuata - Small (6-8 inches across) stemless rosette of triangular fleshy but firm leaves. The upper side of the leaves is flat and the backside is convex with white tubercles which form bands. White flowers bloom in spring.
Best in full sun, drought tolerant. A great little plant for the rock garden or for containers.
Long mislabeled Haworthia fasciata in the California nursery trade.
The information about Haworthia attenuata displayed on this web page is based on our research conducted in the nursery's horticultural library and from reliable online resources. We also include observations made about it as it grows in our nursery gardens and other gardens we have visited, as well how the crops have performed in containers in our nursery field. We will also incorporate comments we receive from others and welcome hearing from anyone with additional information, particularly if they can share cultural information that would aid others in growing this plant. |