Haworthia maraisii
 
Origin: GM 655, Sormsvlei
 
Beautiful small species with dark coloured leaves. Stormsvlei presents one of the nicest forms this species.
 
Plant Size: Well established plants, grown in a cavity tray are offered. The first photo is of the plants that are for sale, the second photo is of an older plant.
 
About Haworthia
 
Haworthia is a medium-sized genus of Southern African plants. They are leaf succulents, forming very attractive starry rosettes decorated by either windows, teeth or hairs, various textures, markings and colours. Haworthia is a large genus with many species of highly variable plants. Haworthia is popular amongst succulent growers and many new hybrids and cultivars has been developed. The former subgenus Hexangulares and Robustipedunculatae have been moved to their own separate genera, Haworthiopsis and Tulista respectively.
 
The number of species vary considerably, depending on the taxonomist and author. The genus is widespread and predominately found in the Eastern and Western Cape provinces but is also known from the Northern Cape and Orange Free State provinces. It is a nearly endemic genus to South Africa.
 
Caring for your Haworthia
 
Pot: Most Haworthia hybrids are best suited to cultivation in containers. Some species like H. cymbiformis will do well in a shady rockery in frost free areas.
 
Soil: The plants prefer a well-drained soil, a mixture of sandy soil with some organic matter.
 
Light: The brighter the light, the more colourful your plant. However, Haworthia should be protected from direct sunlight. They prefer growing in shadier positions, but giving them more light will let their colours come to light.
 
Water: Let your plants' soil dry out for a few days between watering. Rather underwater than over-water to avoid root loss. Cut back on watering during the coldest and warmest months of the year.