Haworthia truncata f. maughanii

One of the most coveted Haworthia. With grate age creates a jaw-dropping domed corral-head of flat tipped window-leaves. Great in pots.
height 4–8in
width 6–18in
tolerates Drought, Pots, Wind
water
needs		 Low
water
info		 This rare haworthia resents overwatering during summer, as it is from a winter rainfall area of South Africa and summer watering often rots the succulent roots. Good drainage is a must and adding a mix of 1/3 pumice to 2/3 cactus mix will make growing this plant more forgiving.
hardy
to		 35F
exposure Part Sun – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
origin NW South Africa
california
native		 No

Outdoor Exposure Guide

Growing Notes

It is not recommended to plant this plant in the ground.
Leaves redden in sun.

Special Interest

A form of Haworthia truncata, which typically has a more fan like growth appearance. The forms cross pollinate in habitat, creating natural variations within the species.

The ‘windows’ of this plant are a fascinating adaptation. In habitat the plant grows with the leaf mostly underground, and only its windows exposed right at soil level, especially during summer when the roots actually contract and pull the plant lower down into the soil. This allows sunlight to penetrate the leaf which photosynthesizes from the inside! In this way the plant gets a large surface area to photosynthesize with, but only a very small surface area exposed to the elements. Many succulent windows will illuminate if you shine a light in them.