Overview

Introduce a touch of South African beauty to your home with the Haworthiopsis reinwardtii live plant, a captivating succulent known for its unique stacked rosette growth habit. Often referred to as ‘Eagle’s Claw’ due to its pointed leaves, this distinctive plant was formerly classified as Haworthia reinwardtii before its reclassification. It is a small, clump-forming succulent that adds architectural interest to any indoor plant collection. This particular offering includes a robust, live rooted plant in a 2.5-inch pot, ready to thrive in its new environment. Its compact size makes it an ideal choice for windowsills, desks, or terrariums, providing vibrant greenery and fascinating texture.

The Haworthiopsis reinwardtii live plant is celebrated for its ease of care and striking appearance. Its dense rosettes feature deep green leaves adorned with prominent white markings on the upper surface, creating a beautiful contrast. The leaves are triangular with pointed tips and slightly rough edges, contributing to its rugged charm. Although it rarely flowers in cultivation, when it does, it produces delicate white, tubular flowers on slender stems. This resilient succulent is a perfect choice for both novice and experienced plant parents looking for a low-maintenance yet visually appealing addition to their indoor garden.

Key Benefits

The Haworthiopsis reinwardtii live plant offers numerous advantages, making it a highly desirable addition to any living space. Its unique characteristics provide both aesthetic appeal and practical benefits for plant enthusiasts.

• Unique Ornamental Appeal: This small succulent plant boasts dense rosettes of triangular, deep green leaves with distinctive white markings, creating a captivating visual texture that stands out in any collection. Its ‘Eagle’s Claw’ shape adds a fascinating, sculptural element.
• Exceptional Low Maintenance: Haworthiopsis reinwardtii is incredibly forgiving, requiring minimal watering and care. It’s an ideal choice for busy individuals or those new to plant care, ensuring a thriving plant with little effort.
• Adaptable to Indoor Environments: Perfectly suited for indoor cultivation, this succulent thrives in bright, indirect sunlight, making it excellent for windowsills, desks, or shelves where space might be limited.
• Drought-Tolerant Nature: Like many succulents, the Haworthiopsis reinwardtii live plant is adapted to dry conditions, storing water in its leaves. This means it can tolerate periods of neglect, reducing the risk of overwatering.
• Compact and Space-Saving: Typically reaching a height of 4-6 inches and a width of 6-8 inches, its modest size makes it perfect for small apartments, offices, or as part of a succulent arrangement.
• Air Purification Qualities: While not as prominent as some other houseplants, succulents like Haworthiopsis contribute to a healthier indoor environment by absorbing airborne toxins and releasing oxygen.
• Long-Lived and Resilient: With proper care, this succulent can live for many years, becoming a long-term companion that continually enhances your indoor decor.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Haworthiopsis reinwardtii live plant is straightforward, making it an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned plant enthusiasts alike. Understanding its basic needs will ensure a healthy and thriving specimen. This easy care succulent thrives with minimal intervention once its environmental preferences are met.

Sunlight Requirements: Haworthiopsis reinwardtii prefers bright, indirect sunlight. While it can tolerate some morning sun, avoid harsh afternoon sun, especially in warmer climates, as this can scorch its leaves. An east or north-facing window is often ideal indoors. If grown in lower light conditions, the plant may stretch or lose some of its vibrant coloring. Rotate the pot periodically to ensure even growth and light exposure for your indoor haworthiopsis.

Watering Schedule and Soil Moisture: Overwatering is the biggest killer of succulents. Water only when the soil has completely dried out. A good rule of thumb is to check the soil moisture every 2-4 weeks, or when the leaves start to feel slightly less plump. When watering, do so thoroughly until water drains from the bottom of the pot, then allow the pot to sit in the drained water for a few minutes before discarding any excess. Reduce watering significantly during the cooler, dormant months (fall and winter). This mimics its natural arid habitat and prevents root rot, a common issue for this small succulent plant if kept too wet.

Soil Type and Drainage: The most crucial aspect of soil for Haworthiopsis reinwardtii care is excellent drainage. Use a specialized succulent or cactus potting mix, or create your own by mixing regular potting soil with perlite, pumice, or coarse sand in a 1:1 ratio. This ensures that water passes through quickly, preventing the roots from sitting in moisture. A pot with drainage holes is absolutely essential.

Temperature Range and USDA Hardiness Zone: This succulent is best grown indoors in most regions. It thrives in average room temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). It is not frost-tolerant and should be protected from temperatures below 40°F (4°C). If you live in a warm climate (USDA Zones 9-11), it can be grown outdoors in a protected location, but bringing it indoors during cold spells is advised. It’s a fantastic indoor haworthiopsis specimen.

Fertilization: Haworthiopsis reinwardtii is not a heavy feeder. Fertilize sparingly, if at all, during the growing season (spring and summer) with a diluted, balanced liquid fertilizer formulated for succulents or cacti. Dilute to half or quarter strength. Avoid fertilizing during fall and winter. Excessive fertilization can lead to leggy growth and root burn.

Common Problems and Solutions: Watch out for signs of overwatering, such as mushy or yellowing leaves, which indicate root rot. If this occurs, unpot the plant, remove any rotting roots, and repot in fresh, dry succulent mix. Pests like mealybugs can occasionally be an issue; treat with rubbing alcohol on a cotton swab or an insecticidal soap. Leggy growth indicates insufficient light, so move your plant to a brighter spot.

Size & Details

This offering is for one Haworthiopsis reinwardtii live plant, carefully rooted and nurtured. It is shipped in a 2.5-inch nursery pot, providing a well-established root system ready for continued growth in your home. The plant typically reaches a mature height of 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) and can spread to a width of 6-8 inches (15-20 cm), forming attractive clumps over time. This small succulent plant is a slow-growing variety, meaning it will maintain its compact size for an extended period, making it perfect for smaller spaces or detailed arrangements.

Upon arrival, you will receive a plant similar in size and appearance to those pictured, ensuring a healthy and vibrant specimen. The plant will be shipped with its pot and soil to minimize transplant shock and ensure its well-being during transit. Its charming, dense rosettes and distinctive markings make it a delightful addition to any collection, providing lasting beauty with its manageable size and growth habit. For optimal Haworthiopsis reinwardtii care, consider repotting into a slightly larger decorative pot with good drainage once it outgrows its nursery container, typically when roots start to show from the bottom.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: The Haworthiopsis reinwardtii live plant typically reaches a mature height of 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) and can spread to about 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) wide, forming attractive clumps over time. It’s a compact and manageable succulent.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: This small succulent plant is shipped as a live, rooted plant in a 2.5-inch nursery pot, ready for you to place in a decorative container or integrate into a succulent arrangement.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: Haworthiopsis reinwardtii is primarily an indoor plant in most climates due to its sensitivity to cold. It thrives indoors with bright, indirect light, making it an excellent indoor haworthiopsis specimen. In very warm, frost-free climates (USDA Zones 9-11), it can be grown outdoors in a protected, shaded area.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: This succulent prefers bright, indirect sunlight. An east or north-facing window is ideal. Avoid direct, intense afternoon sun, which can scorch its leaves.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the Haworthiopsis reinwardtii live plant is considered an easy care succulent. It is very forgiving and requires minimal watering, making it suitable for beginners and those with busy schedules.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: You will receive a healthy, live rooted plant in its 2.5-inch pot, similar in size and appearance to the product images. It is carefully packaged to ensure safe transit.
• Q: How often should I water my Haworthiopsis reinwardtii? A: Water only when the soil has completely dried out. This typically means every 2-4 weeks, but always check the soil moisture before watering. Reduce watering in winter. Proper Haworthiopsis reinwardtii care prioritizes under-watering over over-watering.
• Q: What kind of soil is best for this succulent? A: A well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix is essential. You can also create your own by mixing regular potting soil with perlite or coarse sand to improve drainage.
• Q: Is it pet-safe? A: Haworthiopsis species are generally considered non-toxic to pets, but it’s always best to prevent pets from chewing on plants to avoid any potential stomach upset.
• Q: When is the best time to repot this plant? A: Repotting is generally needed when the plant has outgrown its current pot, typically when roots start to emerge from the drainage holes. Spring or early summer is the best time to repot.