Haworthia margaritifera
AsphodelaceaeHaworthia margaritifera · a succulent of the Asphodelaceae family, featuring small rosettes with translucent or striated leaves. Grown in our nursery in the Almería desert under full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the plant pictured is the one you will receive.
About Haworthia margaritifera
Haworthia margaritifera, of the Asphodelaceae family, originates in South Africa and has spread to home cultivation thanks to its beauty and resilience. It stands out for leaves with translucent "windows" at the tip, a peculiarity that has fascinated botanists and enthusiasts for generations.
At Succulentae we produce Haworthia margaritifera with artisanal technique in southeastern Spain, following a cultivation protocol that replicates the sun, dryness and mineral conditions of its native habitat. That's why you receive a robust plant, with marked natural color and hardened against sun and drought.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Haworthia margaritifera | |
| Family | Asphodelaceae | |
| Origin | South Africa | |
| Natural habitat | semi-desert scrubland · usually grows among rocks | |
| Adult size | 5-20 cm | |
| Flowering | small white bells on long stalks | |
| Propagation | offset or seed | |
| Toxicity | non-toxic |
Did you know?
The translucent "windows" on the leaves (especially Haworthia cooperi and H. truncata) allow light to penetrate inside the plant, a unique adaptation for photosynthesis under sand.
Luz
Bright indirect light or gentle sun (avoid intense direct sun)
Riego
Sparse; let the substrate dry out between waterings
Sustrato
Very free-draining mineral substrate, specific for cacti and succulents
Temperatura
Protect below 5 °C
