Haworthia pentagon

Common Name: Worthy

 

The havorthia (Haworthia pentagona) is a type of succulent with slow growth. It has thick, fleshy, dark green leaves that form rosettes. It reaches a height of up to 25 cm and a diameter of up to 15 cm.

 

 

Its flowers are white or pink tubular, small and grow on long stems. Its flowering period is from April to September.

 

 

It thrives in bright and semi-shady places.

 

No direct sunlight, there is a risk of burns on the leaves.

 

 

Withstands minimum temperatures down to – 1 °C.

 

Planting substrate

 

There are substrates on the market suitable for succulents and cacti. They consist of peat, a part of coarse river sand and sifted leaf soil. This mixture provides good ventilation, excellent drainage and nutrient supply.

 

Watering

 

There is a misconception that cacti and succulents require infinitesimal amounts of water. Although they store water in their leaves and stems, they certainly won't thrive with too little water. Water every 10-15 days during the growing season (late spring, summer, early autumn) and much more sparsely in winter.

 

 

The secret is to always let the soil dry out between waterings!!

 

Lubrication

 

Lubrication should be done during the growing season and stopped in winter. There are fertilizers on the market especially for cacti and succulents. Use a fertilizer that is high in potassium, as it strengthens cell structures and plant resistance to disease.

 

Diseases and enemies

 

Cacti and succulents are infested with enemies and diseases. Their most common enemies are aphids, granules, thrips, blackflies and snails, and they are often infected by fungi.

 

 

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