Haworthiopsis limifolia, formerly Haworthia limifolia, is a species of flowering plant in the genus Haworthiopsis, native to southern Africa and first described in 1910. 05. International Plant Names Index. (2003). Haworthiopsis limifolia var. Fertilization: The plants are fertilized only once during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to ½ the recommended strength. Haworthias are winter growers and are dormant in the hottest summer months.Growth rate: They are relatively fast-growing plants that offsets freely to form small clusters quickly.Soil: They are tolerant of a wide range of soils and habitats, but prefer a very porous potting mix to increase drainage. 409. ©2013-2020 LLIFLE - Encyclopedia of living forms, Alsterworthia Int. Accepted by. Leaves: Triangular to ovate-lanceolate, spreading, very broad at the base to 6 (or more) cm long, 2 (or more) cm broad, light to very dark green and even brownish-green, opaque, scabrid with shining white or concolorous, pronounced tubercles often merging together into confluent transverse ridges, margins and keel scabrid or with teeth.Inflorescence: Slender, to 35 cm.Flowers: 15-20, slender. Central Phoenix -- Haworthia limifolia ubomboensis is a very versatile Haworthia. It measured 3 1/2â³ tall x 3 1/8â³ wide on October 11 and measured 2 3/8â tall x 3â when I brought it home from Wildwood Greenhouse in May. ubomboensis (I.Verd.) Haworthiopsis is a genus of succulent plants in the subfamily Asphodeloideae. The Haworthiopsis limifolia is a very neat all-around species. Rating Content; Neutral: On Dec 20, 2001, Crasulady2 from Valley Village, CA wrote: This is a very large Haworthia, one of the biggest. Keywords: Asphodelaceae, ethnopharmacology, Haworthiopsis limifolia, Southern Africa, traditional knowledge . Roy. Exposition: The plant needs light shade to shade, but will take full sun part of the day. Haworthiopsis. 409, 1910. Venosae ; Common Name: Fairy Washboard Family: Asphodelaceae Synonym(s): Haworthia limifolia Marloth Country of Origin: S. Mozambique to S. Mpumalanga Accession Data: Accession # 201200083 Source: Steve ⦠ubomboensis (I.Verd.) World checklist of selected plant families published update Facilitated by the Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. These plants, native to South Africa were first cultivated in the early 1900s. The smooth, slender-leaved "ubomboensis" variety, from the Ubombo mountains, Swaziland. These plants, native to South Africa were first cultivated in the early 1900s. Donate now to support the LLIFLE projects. Part II.” Transactions of the Royal Society of South Africa. striata (Pilbeam) Breuer. Poisonous for pets: Non-toxic to cats and dogs. Family: Asphodelaceae Subfamily: Asphodeloideae ⦠Soc. Scientific Name. Hexangulares sect. The Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Accepted Scientific Name. striata, formerly known as Haworthia limifolia var. (2011). There is no common name for this variety. A non-acid soil is ideal. Haworthia ubomboensis I.Verd. Common Names: Fairy Washboard. glaucophylla, /Encyclopedia/SUCCULENTS/Family/Aloaceae/31391/Haworthiopsis_limifolia. (with some sun exposure the leaf develops a nice reddish tint and remains compact). Name change alert! G.D.Rowley Like Haworthiopsis fasciata and Haworthiopsis atentuata this plant also got its common name because of the white spots and stripes on the leaves that resemble the pattern on zebra back. These small, low growing plants form rosettes of fleshy green leaves that are generously covered with white, pearly warts or bands, giving them a distinctive appearance. For best results, use a shallow pot. Hardiness: Although the plant will survive mild frost if kept dry (hardy as low as -5° C) it should be protected from severe cold and prolonged frost conditions. Description: Haworthia limifolia is a charming species, with large rosettes. No common name has yet been provided in this category nor in wikidata 'Haworthiopsis' ... Haworthiopsis limifoliaâ (3 C, 1 P, 18 F) Haworthiopsis longianaâ (2 F) N ... Media in category "Haworthiopsis" The following 3 files are in this category, out of 3 total. This leaf should root within a month or two, and small plants will form at the leaf base. Rot: Rot is only a minor problem with Haworthia if the plants are watered and “aired” correctly. Fairies Washboard (Haworthiopsis limifolia) is an ornamental, perennial succulent with large rosettes. They can also be grown from seed. World Checklist of Selected Plant Families, Haworthia limifolia - Haworthia Revisited, Haworthia limifolia varieties - Haworthia Updates, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Haworthiopsis_limifolia&oldid=983623182, Taxonbars using multiple manual Wikidata items, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 15 October 2020, at 08:25. It is native to southeastern Africa (southern Mozambique, Swaziland, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mpumalanga). The name pronounced [ha-WORTH-ee-a lim-ih-FOH-lee-uh] with the names such as: Fairies Washboard; Fairy washboard; Haworthiopsis limifolia; It belongs to the Haworthiopsis genus, which includes the popular zebra cactus. It has dark brownish-green leaves, with transverse ridges of raised, horny, tubercles which resemble those of a coarse file and give it such a distinctive appearance. Haworthiopsis limifolia var. Tepals tips revolute. The rosettes bear 12-30 broad triangular leaves giving them a characteristic pinwheel-like shape. Haworthiopsis limifolia Marloth. Strelitzia 14.: i-vi, 1-1231. Scientific Classification. 1910. Haworthiopsis limifolia var. striata, is similar to Haworthiopsis limifolia varâ¦. It rarely exceeds four inches in a potted container, making it the perfect addition to a window sill or desk. G.G.Sm. It obtained its name “limifolia” (File Leafed) from the distinctive, dark brownish-green leaves, with transverse ridges of raised, horny, tubercles which resemble those of a coarse file and give it such a distinctive appearance.Rosettes: Stemless, solitary or slowly proliferating with or without stolons and forming clumps of up to 20 rosettes, each rosette being 5-6 cm in diameter. Cunningham (1988) estimated that 93 bags of Haworthiopsis spp. The smooth, blue-green glaucophylla variety from Barberton, South Africa. The light-coloured "keithii" variety, from the Ubombo mountains, Swaziland. Cite this page: "Haworthiopsis limifolia" Text available under a CC-BY-SA Creative Commons Attribution License. Accessed 5 March 2019. Haworthiopsis. J. S. African Bot. South Africa 1: 409 1910, Origin and Habitat: Mozambique, Swaziland, Republic of South Africa (Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal). In less than a hundred years, the Haworthia plants found their way to homes across the globe. and the substitute Aristaloe aristata were sold annually by 54 herb-traders in the Durban markets. Haworthiopsis limifolia var. 16: 3 1950 Synonymy: 5 Haworthia limifolia var. The genus was previously included in Haworthia . May 24, 2016. Published on the internet. Haworthiopsis limifolia - fairy washboard, haworthia, Isihlalakahle, Omathithibala, Umathithibala : Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa [1][4], It is a relatively widespread species, with several known varieties, including arcana, gigantea, glaucophylla, keithii, striata, ubomboensis. The leaves bear series of distinctive, pronounced ridges, which accounts for both its common name ("Fairies Washboard") and its proper name (Haworthia limifolia, with "limifolia" translating "file leafed"). Wet soil quickly causes root and stem rot, especially during chilly winter months. Origin: Mozambique to South Africa. Scientific Name TSN In: every Animal Plant Fungal Bacteria Protozoa Chromista Archaea Kingdom exactly for containing starting with ending with Care must be given in watering, keeping them warm and wet while growing, and cooler and dry when dormant. National Botanical Institute, Pretoria. Haworthiopsis Limifolia Variegated is an ornamental, perennial succulent with large rosettes. During the winter months, water only when the soil becomes completely dry. These plants, native to South Africa were first cultivated in the early 1900s. It is now 4â³ tall x 5 1/4â³wide. Published online. Watering: During the hot summer months, the soil should be kept moist but not overly wet. Max Growth (approx): Leaves grow from 4in - 8in tall and the rosette up to about 5in in diameter. Vernacular names Haworthia Limifolia (5157224035).jpg 2,576 × 1,932; 419 KB Published online. Common name (s): N/A. Haworthiopsis limifolia, formerly Haworthia limifolia, is a species of flowering plant in the genus Haworthiopsis, native to southern Africa and first described in 1910. The main stem of the Zebra Wort can grow up to 8 inches (20 cm) high. It produces triangular, elongated leaves 7.5 cm long, 2.5 cm wide are variegated dark green to greyish green and cream to light yellow and arranged in a tight rosette. Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae, Asphodeloideae subfamily. Plus ça change â¦.. Plants are supplied in a non-plastic 9 cm pot which can ultimately be broken up and composted, though it will last several seasons. Roy. 05 2019. Accessed: 2019 Mar. Use these care tips for growing Haworthiopsis limifolia. Soc. If they are not, fungicides won't help all that much. Species in the genus are typically short perennial plants , with leaves often arranged in a rosette and frequently having raised white markings. 2019. Haworthiopsis attenuata vs. Haworthiopsis fasciata. Common Name(s): Taxonomic Status: Current Standing: accepted Data Quality Indicators: Record Credibility Rating: verified - standards met ... Haworthiopsis limifolia (Marloth) G.D. Rowley Species: Haworthiopsis longiana (Poelln.) 2013 [2 Aug 2013], Trans. Transactions of the Royal Society of South Africa i. Botanical Name: Haworthiopsis limifolia. To propagate by leaf cuttings, remove a leaf and let it lie for about one month, giving the wound time to heal. limifolia 'Variegated' is a cultivated form which produces rosettes with leaves variegated in cream and green, triangular and very broad at the base. Overwatering is a common cause of plant decline. South Africa 1: 409 1910, Haworthiopsis limifolia var. Haworthiopsis limifolia. The flowers are not very showy, emerging in white, tubular clusters on a 35 cm stem. Synonyms : Haworthia limifolia (variegated) Cultivation: This slow-growing plant requires well-drained soil which should be allowed to dry before re-watering. Plants form attractive rosettes of spiralling leaves, varying from being smooth to tuberculate, often with the tubercles forming confluent bands or ridges. Strictly speaking, Haworthia Limifolia is now Haworthiopsis Limifolia, but it is still most commonly referred to by the old name. subg. Haworthiopsis limifolia pharmacological and toxicological evaluations aimed at correlating its medicinal uses with its phytochemistry and pharmacological properties. Published on the internet. Low ambient humidity is always needed. Other clumps vary, but are in partial to dense shade. No water should ever be allowed to stand around the roots. Haworthiopsis limifolia (Marloth) G.D.Rowley (= Haworthia limifolia Marloth) This species is well suited to rockeries in summer rainfall areas. The Haworthiopsis limifolia (Fairy Washboard, File Leafed Haworthia) is looking very interesting as always. (eds.) Media in category "Haworthiopsis limifolia" The following 18 files are in this category, out of 18 total. Haworthiopsis limifolia (Marloth) G.D. Rowley is a It gets its common names Fairies Washboard, Fairy Washboard, and File Leaved Haworthia from its raised transverse ridges. Haworthia Fasciata and Attenuata (botanical/scientific). glaucophylla (M.B.Bayer) G.D.Rowley; Accepted name in llifle Database: Haworthia limifolia var. Distribution. The Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. striata. Using a shallow pot with drainage holes will allow the soil to dry out faster and prevent root rot. Then lay the leaf on its side with the basal part buried in the soil. I. NTRODUCTION. Cultivation and Propagation: Haworthia are of easy cultivation and relatively low maintenance, which makes them a good houseplant, and can be an excellent subject for the beginning succulentophile (they can grow easily on window sills, verandas and in miniature succulent gardens where they are happy to share their habitat with other smaller succulent plants, or in outdoor rockeries). Note: Several robust clones, with larger rosettes up to 12(-15) cm in diameter has been selected and propagated ans a variegated form ( Haworthia limifolia f. variegata) is also known and very priced in cultivation. Haworthiopsis limifolia (Marloth) G.D.Rowley. Subspecies, varieties, forms and cultivars of plants belonging to the Haworthia limifolia group, Bibliography: Major references and further lectures1) Gordon D. Rowley “The illustrated encyclopedia of succulents” Crown Publishers, 01/Aug/19782)John Robert Brown “Unusual Plants: 110 Spectacular Photographs of Succulents” Abbey Garden Press, 19543) Urs Eggli “Illustrated Handbook of Succulent Plants: Monocotyledons” Springer, 20014) Charles L. Scott “The genus Haworthia (Liliaceae): a taxonomic revision” Aloe Books, 19855) Stuart Max Walters “The European Garden Flora: Pteridophyta, Gymbospermae, Angiospermae-Monocotyledons” Cambridge University Press, 19846) M. B. Bayer “The new Haworthia handbook” National Botanic Gardens of South Africa, 19827) John Pilbeam “Haworthia and Astroloba: A Collector's Guide” B. T. Batsford Limited, 19838) Bruce Bayer “Haworthia revisited: a revision of the genus” Umdaus Press, 19999) David Hardy, Anita Fabian, Gerrit Germishuizen “Succulents of the Transvaal” Southern Book Publishers, 199210) Rudolf Marloth “Some new South African Succulents. Volume 1, n 2, pag. Description: Haworthia Limifolia are charming, compact succulent plants. Missouri Botanical Garden. From it, spirally arranged fleshy, green leaves form clumps of tall rosettes. Remarks: Haworthias are best planted in a shaded and airy part of the greenhouse, and not too close to the glass roof or sides of the house as the plants can overheat during hot spells.Propagation: Haworthia are easily propagated by the removal of offshoots or by leaf cuttings in spring or summer. You can grow a plant in a 10-15 cm pot for years and have perfectly happy plants. Accessed Mar. Haworthiopsis limifolia. Germishuizen, G. & Meyer, N.L. Govaerts, R.H.A. Haworthiopsis in World Checklist of Selected Plant Families. Names: Zebra Haworthia or Zebra Cactus (common). I brought this plant home from Wildwood Greenhouse on May 19, 2020 when it measured just 2 3/8â³ tall x 3â³ wide. Synonyme (s): Haworthia limifolia. However, H.fasciata is fibrous and has comparatively fatter leaves and has recognizable stripes on the outer sides only. [2][3], It is native to southeastern Africa (southern Mozambique, Swaziland, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mpumalanga). ubomboensis (I.Verd.) G.G.Sm. Haworthiosis limifolia var. Haworthia limifolia var. The flower's Structure, colour and fruits are typical of the genus. Tropicos.org 2019. Haworthiopsis limifolia in World Checklist of Selected Plant Families. Varieties [5][6][7], The white-striped "striata" variety, from the Pongola region of northern KwaZulu Natal, The large "gigantea" variety, from Nongoma district, KwaZulu Natal. Plants of Southern Africa: an annotated checklist. Accepted Scientific Name: Haworthia limifolia MarlothTrans. Synonyms. Note: This succulent is often confused with Haworthiopsis fasciataâyou can easily differentiate among two as H. attenuata has white tubercles that appear on both the outer and inner surfaces of leaves. Bibliography. They grow in the ground in my garden and one of the clumps gets summer sun most of the afternoon and still does well. Haworthiopsis limifolia var. Special Issue 10: 4. 2019. Accessed: 2019 March 5. International Plant Names Index. Marloth, Hermann Wilhelm Rudolf. Haworthia is a delightful little succulent that makes a very attractive small houseplant. Haworthiopsis limifolia; It belongs to the Haworthiopsis genus, which includes the popular zebra cactus. limifolia appears in other Kew resources: IPNI - The International Plant Names Index. Family Name: Asphodelaceae: Synonyms: Haworthia limifolia Marloth: Common Name: Fairy Washboard Tall x 3â³ wide the plants are watered and “ aired ” correctly Database: Haworthia limifolia is Haworthiopsis. Cats and dogs measured just 2 haworthiopsis limifolia common name tall x 3â³ wide stem rot, during! 2020 when it measured just 2 3/8â³ tall x 3â³ wide '' Text available under a CC-BY-SA Creative Commons License! 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