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There are thousands of versatile andlow-maintenance succulentsto choose from.
This slow-growing, compact species features triangular or rounded tips on green leaves that grow in attractive rosette clumps.
They also have bristly leaf margins.
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The unique highlight of this plant is the transparency in the fleshy tips.
In some varieties, the tips are completely transparent, and in others, you see translucent streaks.
Read on for more information about this unusual plant.
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Haworthia Cooperi Care
Don’t crowd yourHaworthia cooperithese plants like room to breathe.
The biggest challenge is getting it right with light.
Bright but indirect light spaces are best.
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Light
Unlike many succulents, thesepet-safe houseplantsdon’t need or want a full sun position to thrive.
These plants appreciate bright but indirect light positions and can cope in partial shade.
A lack of sun also reduces the chance of your plant flowering.
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A spot in or near an east-facing window is ideal.
Soil
If you stick yourHaworthia cooperiin “normal” potting soil, your plant won’t thrive.
Yoursucculent needs a potting mediumthat is loose and fast draining.
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Combine equal parts potting soil,perlite, and coarse sand or pumice for excellent aeration and drainage.
Water
You’re more likely to over rather than underwater thisdrought-tolerant species.
Steer clear ofroot rotby holding off watering yourHaworthia cooperiuntil the soil is almost completely dry.
Water deeply, but remove any excess, so the plant isn’t left in standing water.
And remember to reduce yourwatering frequencyduring the dormant winter months.
Using room temperature rather than cold water helps to avoid stressing your plant unnecessarily.
Temperature and Humidity
Succulents are associated with warm temperatures, and theHaworthia cooperiis no exception.
These plants prefer temperatures above 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
These plants don’t love excessive moisture, making them a good fit for average home humidity levels.
It’s important to keep yourHaworthia cooperiin a well-ventilated space.
It’s not a plant that enjoys crowding with other plants in your collection.
Fertilizer
These slow-growing plants aren’t heavy feeders, so don’t go overboardwith fertilizer.
Feeding a couple of times, at the start and end of the growing season, should be enough.
Types of Haworthia Cooperi
This species has many varieties.
Although all of them are rare, some will be more tricky to come by than others.
Sap-sucking mealybugs can be a problem, especially if you go overboard with fertilization.
However, if you nip them in the bud early on,getting rid of mealybugsisn’t too challenging.
Neem oil and insecticidal soaps are usually effective.
Shriveling
You don’t want to see the plump leaves of yourHaworthia cooperistarting to shrivel.
If this happens, it likely relates to how much water you are giving them.
Avoid soggy soil and water only when it’s almost completely dry.
And brown leaves that also feel mushy to the touch could be a sign of root rot fromoverwatering.
They typically take 5 to ten years to fully mature.
Whether this succulent will thrive in your bathroom depends on light and humidity levels.
They like fresh air and lower humidity levels.
Haworthia cooperiare rare succulents you’re not likely to find in a run-of-the-mill garden center.
You’ll have to source a specialist supplier and might even have to go on a waiting list.
The price and effort will be worth it if you love collecting show-stopping, unique plants.
