Haworthiopsis venosa, formerly Haworthia venosa, known in Afrikaans as venstertjie, is a species of flowering plant in the genus Haworthiopsis belonging to the family Asphodelaceae, native to Namibia and South Africa.
Breede Haworthia has moderate disease resistance and is relatively sensitive to humidity. It becomes vulnerable to disease in high-humidity conditions and is prone to root rot during dormancy. Regarding care, Breede Haworthia tolerates drought but requires more frequent watering in the active growing season. Watering should be greatly reduced or stopped entirely during the dormant period. Breede Haworthia is best for growers with some experience, as it can be challenging to maintain, particularly during dormancy. It is especially appropriate for those who can devote time to its care in the winter months.
How to keep Haworthiopsis Venosa.
Light
Breede Haworthia comes from habitats with dappled light, such as forest understories or rocky areas that provide natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can also tolerate full sun.
Temperature
Although Breede Haworthia can tolerate some heat, it mainly does best and grows during cooler periods and becomes dormant in summer. In hot summer weather, provide shade to avoid scorching from strong sunlight. Watering should be reduced or stopped during the hottest season to prevent root rot. Winter and spring are the times when Breede Haworthia grows vigorously. If temperatures do not fall too low, it will continue to grow steadily.
Fertilizer
For Breede Haworthia, light applications of fertilizer once or twice a year during the growing season are sufficient. Do not fertilize in winter or summer when the plant is dormant. Reduce the amount of fertilizer for repotted plants and wait a couple of months after repotting before applying fertilizer. Fertilizing helps maintain healthy growth and promotes flowering.
Pot & Repot
When repotting Breede Haworthia, choose a pot that is slightly bigger than the current one and has good drainage. Fill it with a gritty, well-draining succulent or cactus soil mix. Gently lift the plant from its old pot, brush away excess soil, and set it in the new pot at the same depth. Wait several days before watering so any damaged roots can heal. Repot during spring or fall and keep the plant in a brightly lit spot.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Succulent
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Haworthiopsis
- Family
- Asphodelaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-11
- Mature Height
- 20 cm
- Mature Spread
- 30 cm
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green, Forest Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 0.76 cm
- Bloom Time
- Summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- South Africa
Other names.
