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Plant · GBIF taxon 9395407

Fasciated Haworthia

Haworthiopsis fasciata

Also known as Zebra Plant, Zebra Haworthia, Fasciated Zebra Succulent

Fasciated Haworthia forms compact, rosette-shaped clusters of thick, triangular dark green leaves adorned with striking horizontal white ridges on their outer faces. Endemic to South Africa's Eastern Cape, this slow-growing succulent thrives in the sheltered shade of subtropical thickets and rocky scree slopes. Unlike its widespread relative Haworthiopsis attenuata, the upper surfaces of its leaves remain completely smooth.

SucculentEndemicDrought-Tolerant
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Key facts
Diet & prey
  • Photosynthetic
Predators
  • Grasshoppers
  • Mealybugs
ThreatsIllegal wild collection, habitat degradation
HabitatsSubtropical thickets, rocky slopes, arid scrubland
Life span20–50 years
Classification
  1. FamilyAsphodelaceae
  2. SpeciesHaworthiopsis fasciata
Range & activity
Range data is not available yet.
Safe observation
Interaction riskLow
  1. Low
  2. Moderate
  3. High
  4. Very high
Why interaction risk is low
Safe to observe at a normal distance.
What to notice
Look for stiff rosettes with prominent white bands on the outside leaf surfaces and smooth inner faces.
Support conservation
Never collect specimens from the wild and stick to designated paths when exploring wild habitats.
Responsible observation
  • Leaf Inspection: Feel the inner upper leaf face to confirm it is smooth rather than bumpy.
  • Ethical Sourcing: Buy cultivated plants from reputable nurseries to avoid supporting wild poaching.
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