{"product_id":"haworthia-fasciata-alba-zebra-haworthia","title":"Haworthia fasciata 'Alba' – Zebra Haworthia","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs the name 'Zebra Haworthia' suggests, this plant's most striking feature is the contrast of light and dark in its foliage. This cultivar stands out further thanks to the amount of white stripes on the undersides of its deep green leaves - it could almost be dusted with snow! Its silhouette is an impressive explosion of slim, succulent leaves which end in points radiating from the central stem. Keep this plant happy with a little sun and infrequent waters and it will keep you happy with more of its fantastic foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eHaworthiopsis fasciata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Alba' (like Haworth's plant, species with bundled stems, cultivar: white)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSynonyms: \u003cem\u003eHaworthia fasciata, Aloe fasciata, Apicra fasciata, Catevala fasciata, Haworthia pumila subsp. fasciata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis species was reclassified from the \u003cem\u003eHaworthia\u003c\/em\u003e genus (where it was known as \u003cem\u003eHaworthia fasciata)\u003c\/em\u003e in a 2013 paper, thanks to 21st Century DNA analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWhite Zebra Plant, Zebra Haworthia Alba, Striped Haworthia\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, where it grows in dry, rocky areas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYour White Zebra Haworthiopsis will love a bright spot with maybe a couple of hours of direct sun; in its native South Africa it is used to some shade from rocks, so it can scorch in too much sun.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAllow the soil to dry out completely between waters. Water thoroughly, ensuring excess water drains away, and never let the plant sit in standing water. During the active growing season (spring and summer), water moderately; reduce watering during autumn and winter when growth slows.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAdaptable to average household humidity levels. Avoid high humidity environments, as excessive moisture can lead to root rot. An occasional hose down will keep its leaves free of dust.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePlant in a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. One that contains sand or grit will work well. Repotting is typically needed every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its pot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFertilise sparingly during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertiliser diluted to half strength, about once every two months. Avoid fertilising during the dormant winter period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThrives in temperatures between 18-26°C. Make sure the plant doesn't drop below 10°C overnight in winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes, this succulent is generally considered non-toxic to pets and humans, making it a safe choice for households with animals and children.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRotate the plant periodically to ensure even growth and prevent it from leaning toward the light source. Keep the leaves free from dust by hosing it down and then letting it totally dry. Over time, Haworthiopsis fasciata may produce offsets (pups) that can be separated and replanted to propagate new plants; wait until they have at least four leaves to do this, giving them the best shot at establishing themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis species is distinguishable from the similar \u003cem\u003eH. attenuata\u003c\/em\u003e by the smooth upper surface of its leaves, where the other species has its freckles on both sides of the leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"5.5cm","offer_id":55162976698749,"sku":"5087086647371","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"8.5cm","offer_id":55162982826365,"sku":"2087086647371","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/haworthia-fasciata-alba-zebra-haworthia-229742.jpg?v=1737424307","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/haworthia-fasciata-alba-zebra-haworthia","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}