Succulents & Cacti
Zebra Haworthia
Haworthiopsis fasciata
The desk succulent that actually tolerates an office - white-striped, tiny, and unhurried.
- Typical watering
- Every ~15 days
- Light
- bright indirect
- Difficulty
- easy
Care tips
- Water when soil has been dry a few days - roughly every 2 weeks
- Unlike most succulents it burns in harsh direct sun
- Separate offsets in spring for easy new plants
- Reduce to monthly watering in winter
Common questions
How often should I water a zebra haworthia? +
A healthy indoor zebra haworthia typically wants water every 15 days or so. Treat that as a starting cadence, not a rule — pot size, light, and season all shift it, so check the soil before you pour.
How much light does a zebra haworthia need? +
A zebra haworthia does best in bright indirect light. If it stretches, fades, or stalls, adjust its spot before changing anything else.
Is a zebra haworthia toxic to cats or dogs? +
The zebra haworthia is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA plant lists — still best kept out of chewing range.
Typical guidance for a healthy zebra haworthia — your own conditions (and your vet, for animals) come first.
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