Zebra Cactus
Haworthia fasciata

Zebra Cactus Plant

Zebra Cactus (Haworthia fasciata) is a succulent growing 6-12 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with slow growth in well-drained, sandy soil, requiring full sun and low moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.


Picture illustrating Zebra Cactus plant

Habit

Succulent 

Height

0.2-0.5 meters

Growth

Slow 

Soil

Well-drained, sandy soil

Shade

 Full sun

Moisture

 Low

Edible

No 

Medicinal

No

Origin

South Africa

Climatic Condition

Semi-arid, warm

Temperature (°)

20-30

Humidity (%)

40-50

Potting media

Cactus mix or sandy soil

Fertilizers

Nitrogen-rich

Watering

Low

Plant Weight 

100-200 grams

Flowering Time

Spring to Fall

Soil Ph level

5.5-6.5

Water Ph level

6.0-6.5

Soil EC

0.2-0.3 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

ornamental 

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

2-5 years

Health Benefits

Used in ornamental gardening, purifies air, improves mood

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% cactus mix, 30% perlite, 20% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a cactus-specific fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

 Root Rot, Fungal Infections, Leaf Spot, Aphids, Mealybugs
 Soft, mushy roots, brown spots, sticky residue

 Improve soil drainage, remove affected parts, use neem oil

 Fungicides, systemic insecticides

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