× Gasworthiopsis Rafiki ('Amihaw1811'PBR)
A compact, slow-growing evergreen succulent forming a rosette of aloe-like, pointed, roughly textured, fleshy, dark green leaves with small white spots. May produce small, pink to red flowers in spring and summer
Synonyms
× Gasworthiopsis 'Amihaw1811'PBRGasteria × _Haworthia limifolia_, [Rafiki]
see moreGasteria × _Haworthia limifolia_, 'Amihaw1811'
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Red Pink | Green White | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Red Pink | Green White | ||
Autumn | Green White | |||
Winter | Green White |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Asphodelaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow indoors in a free-draining, peat-free cactus and succulent compost in bright, filtered light. Allow soil to dry out between watering and use a cact and succulent feed every two months during the growing period. Keep in a cool location of around 15℃ (59℉) to ensure dormancy during the winter months. Plants prefer to be pot-bound. Avoid over-watering and strong sunlight. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by leaf or stem cuttings or by division of offsets in spring or summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Low Maintenance
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required, but remove dead or dying leaves as necessary
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, mealybugs, red spider mite and scale insects
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, root or crown rot and a leaf spot
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