![]() ![]() ![]() If you don’t want to make your own potting mix, high-quality soil mixes for succulents and cacti are widely available. So, Zebra plants need sandy soil types with a lot of air pockets for the roots to breathe. One of the major reasons for such requirements is the susceptibility to overwatering. Ideal Soil TypeĪll succulents need free-draining, porous, and fertile soil mixes. Many growers debate succulent needs for humidity, but for Haworthiopsis plants, the discussion isn’t necessary. If you have areas in your household with really low humidity, just group your plants Echeverias, Crassulas, String of pearls, and Air plants will look amazing if placed close together, and will raise surrounding humidity. Humidity levels in these areas are pretty high, but the zebra plant seems to love it. So, if you have a spot in your kitchen or bathroom that needs a plant, the H.fasciata is here to help. There’s one thing I especially like about Haworthiopsis fasciata plants they grow well in literally all humidity conditions when grown as houseplants. Unfortunately, you will need to take it indoors as soon as cold weather approaches if you live in a colder climate.Īvoid placing these succulents close to heaters and air conditioners because these devices cause frequent and abrupt temperature changes that could stress this lovely Haworthiopsis. If you live in a warm climate, i.e., USDA hardiness zones 10 and 11, your fasciata plant will grow perfectly well outdoors all year round. This indoor succulent plant thrives in temperatures ranging from 65 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Unfortunately, Zebra plants aren’t known for their resistance to cold temperatures. You can put your Zebra plant near a south-facing window, but place sheer curtains to ensure it gets partial sun. Partial shade works well during the hot summer months because too much light can scorch the foliage and also enhance the water evaporation rate, which results in dehydration. You should also avoid placing your Haworthia fasciata in low light conditions as it can get lanky and pale. However, direct sunlight isn’t the best light level the plant can receive a little direct sun in the morning won’t hurt your zebra plant, but intense afternoon sun surely will.įind a spot for this succulent where it can get a lot of bright light, but make sure the light is indirect so that intense sun rays don’t reach the foliage. Zebra plants can tolerate different light conditions when grown as indoor plants. Let’s get into details! Light Requirements fasciata succulent plant requires bright indirect light, moderate temperatures, low humidity, and a loose and well-aerated growing medium. Luckily, the zebra plant isn’t fussy, and it will survive a little bit of neglect. Of course, this is only possible if all the growing requirements of the H.fasciata are met. Well, these are one of the slowest-growing plants ever, but may live up to 50 years. Many growers are interested in the lifespan of the Zebra succulent plant. The attenuata plant has stripes on the undersides of the leaves, unlike the fasciata, whose stripes are situated on the leaf surface. ![]() It’s often mistaken for the Haworthiopsis attenuata (formerly Haworthia attenuata), and both plants even bear the same nickname – Zebra plants. The plant produces a single slender stem covered in tubular, white blossoms when it is in bloom. The Zebra plant is ideal for indoor cultivation because it rarely grows taller than 7 inches. The ornamental leaves develop from the center in the typical succulent manner (rosettes), but curve slightly more inwards. The Zebra succulent plant has pointy leaves adorned with stripes (zebra stripes), which are actually white, wart-like tubercles. Let’s find out more about the appearance of the Zebra plant. Still, the suffix Opsis in the name Haworthiopsis comes from Greek, which refers to the similarity of this genus to the Haworthia genus. The first thing to understand is that the Haworthia and Haworthiopsis aren’t the same genera. In 2013, the plant was reclassified again, but this time to the Haworthiopsis genus. One century later, the plant was reclassified into the Haworthia genus and became one of the most popular Haworthia plants. A long, long time ago in the 18th century, the plant was part of the Aloe genus. ![]() Today, the Zebra succulent is referred to as Haworthiopsis fasciata, and belongs to the Haworthiopsis genus.īut the plant had to come a long way before it got (I hope) its permanent classification. Let’s first discuss the botanical background of the plant, as that’s the most confusing part. 6 Wrapping Up What Is The Zebra Succulent Plant? ![]()
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