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Cathedral Window Haworthia

5.0 out of 5 (6 experiences)

Survivor

Large, lush leaves

Also known as

Boat-formed Haworthia, Windowed Boats, Star Window Plant, Cathedral Window Harworthia, Succulent, Haworthia cuspidata, Hawthoria cymbiformis and Cathedral Window

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Haworthia cymbiformis

Genus

Haworthia

Family

Asphodelaceae

Order

Asparagales

How to care for Cathedral Window Haworthia

💦 Water

How often to water your Cathedral Window Haworthia

Cathedral Window Haworthia needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

No Yes

Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Cathedral Window Haworthia in your home

Cathedral Window Haworthia may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cathedral Window Haworthia in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Cathedral Window Haworthia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cathedral Window Haworthia: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cathedral Window Haworthia after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Cathedral Window Haworthia thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Cathedral Window Haworthia Water Frequency →

Cathedral Window Haworthia Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Cathedral Window Haworthia may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Cathedral Window Haworthia Light Requirements →

Cathedral Window Haworthia Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Cathedral Window Haworthia Toxicity to Humans →

💨 Humidity

Cathedral Window Haworthia prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Cathedral Window Haworthia Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Cathedral Window Haworthia is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

When and How to Successfully Repot Cathedral Window Haworthia →

💩 Fertilizer

Cathedral Window Haworthia grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Cathedral Window Haworthia to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Cathedral Window Haworthia is native to Southern Africa.

🌸 Flowers

Cathedral Window Haworthia produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

Care Summary for Cathedral Window Haworthia

Cathedral Window Haworthia

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Survivor 3

Large, lush leaves 2

Fast grower 2

Blooms easily 2

Easy to propagate 1

@@em.steinn

4 Plants

96 XP

Wellington

06/02/2021

they’re pretty🥺

Cathedral Window Haworthia plant photo by @em.steinn named spoons on Greg, the plant care app.

@@ansleyfaiv

18 Plants

1,892 XP

Sugar Grove, IL

05/19/2021

i’ve had my haworthia since january this year and it’s doing super well! it’s growing a stem from the top which i never expected and i haven’t had many issues!!

Survivor

Large, lush leaves

Easy to propagate

Cathedral Window Haworthia plant photo by @ansleyfaiv named Shawty on Greg, the plant care app.

@@arduemp

17 Plants

539 XP

Bryan, TX

04/04/2021

This guy seems to be a slow grower, and I definitely picked up a wonkey-looking one, but he is one of my most reliable plants. You can forget about him for a long time and he’s still there thriving. Great beginner succulent.

Survivor