Fairy Washboard

Fairy Washboard Care

Haworthiopsis limifolia

What is the plant

Fairy Washboard is a small succulent that grows at a medium pace and has unique leaf spots, making it popular with many gardeners and easy to identify. The plant has names such as Washboard, Fairy Washboard, and Haworthiopsis limifolia and belongs to the genus Haworthiopsis. Fairy Washboard is native to South Africa, where it was first cultivated at the beginning of the 20th century.

A characteristic feature of the plant is that it can adapt to different climates and survive in low-light conditions.
The leaves of Fairy Washboard have a characteristic delta-like curve that creates a spiral effect, and its color ranges from light to dark green. Due to the unusual texture of the leaves, which is similar to the shape of a washboard, the name Fairy Washboard appeared.
The rosettes grow up to 12 cm (4.8 inches) in diameter, forming a dense clump. In summer, inflorescences with inconspicuous white flowers are formed, which appear in groups on the stem in the center of the rosette.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

15°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 11b

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water Haworthiopsis limifolia after the soil has completely dried out every two to three weeks.
Pruning
Once a month, cut off small, diseased, and weak leaves using disinfected scissors.
Fertilizer
In the spring and fall, use small doses of fertilizer for succulents after the first year of the plant's life.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Haworthiopsis limifolia likes semi-shaded places, so a windowsill in the house is suitable for it (6-8 hours of shaded sun exposure).
Soil
Potting soil or a special mix for succulents that contains nutrients is best.
Propagation
Carefully remove a few shoots from the mother plant without damaging the roots, then let them dry for a day and plant them in a shallow container with drainage holes.

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Temperature
The plant is adapted to warm climates and may die if the temperature is below 40˚F (4°C). The ideal temperature is 70-85˚F (21-29°C) during the day and 60˚F (15°C) at night.
Container
Any containers will do, but they must have drainage holes.
Fun fact
The epithet "limifolia" comes from two Latin words: "limes," meaning "to sharpen," and "folia," meaning "leaf."