Where it grows
Haworthiopsis longiana is native to the Eastern Cape of South Africa, between Hankey and Humansdorp.
Special features
Haworthiopsis longiana is one of the most distinctive in this family, with elongated, dark green leaves with minor white spots.
It is very rare in cultivation and a slow growing species.
Care guide
Like most Haworthiopsis, this plant prefers filtered sun. Keeping it under 60% shade cloth is ideal. The soil should be gritty to allow good drainage, and we recommend some Ibaraki Akadama or Hyuga pumice. Water well throughout the year, making sure the soil doesn’t stay dry for too long in the cooler months. Avoid watering on hot days in summer.
Growing season
Autumn and spring months.
Propagation
Leaves and offsets.