Zebra Succulent - Distinctive Striped

Bring unique texture and striking patterns into your home with the Zebra Succulent (Haworthiopsis attenuata)! This eye-catching plant is celebrated for its compact, rosette-forming growth and vibrant, pointed leaves adorned with prominent white, raised bands that truly resemble zebra stripes. Native to South Africa, its distinctive appearance makes it a fascinating addition to any succulent collection, desk, or windowsill. Extremely easy to care for and incredibly drought-tolerant, the Zebra Succulent is an ideal choice for beginners, busy plant parents, or anyone looking for a visually engaging plant that thrives on minimal attention. Its unique "touch-me" quality invites closer inspection of its intricate details.

Key Features

• Distinctive Zebra Stripes: Features dark green leaves with striking white horizontal bands or tubercles.

• Compact Rosette Form: Grows in an attractive, small rosette, perfect for desks, windowsills, and small spaces.

• Extremely Easy Care: Highly forgiving and drought-tolerant, ideal for beginners.

• Unique Texture: The raised white markings give it a tactile, interesting surface.

• Architectural Appeal: Adds modern, geometric flair to any indoor decor.

• Non-Toxic: A safer choice for homes with pets and children.

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. It can tolerate some direct morning sun but avoid intense afternoon sun. It can survive in lower light, but its growth may be slower and less compact.

• Water: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. As a succulent, it stores water in its leaves and is very drought-tolerant. Overwatering is its biggest enemy, leading to root rot.

• Humidity: Tolerates average household humidity.

• Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix specifically formulated for succulents or cacti.

• Temperature: Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-29°C (65-85°F). Protect from freezing temperatures.

• Feeding: Fertilize sparingly, if at all. A diluted succulent fertilizer once or twice during the spring/summer growing season is sufficient.

• Pruning: Generally not required, simply remove any dead or yellowing outer leaves.