Haworthia cooperi 'Redstone' | The Fire Jewel
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š±Ā Morphology
Ā Ā Horticultural selection of Haworthia cooperiĀ Ā prized for its fleshy leaves with broad, rounded tips and large translucent windows that allow light to pass through to the inner tissues. The rosette forms a compact cluster of thick leaves with smooth, glossy surfaces. The name āRedstoneā suggests a selection valued for its reddish hues. Ā The tones may vary depending on lighting, temperature, and the plantās physiological condition.
š Origin, habitat and family
Collectorās cultivar marketed under the name Haworthia cooperiĀ Ā āRedstoneā. The species Haworthia cooperi is native to South Africa and grows in rocky environments, often sheltered by vegetation or stones. The breeder, exact place of origin, and parentage of this selection have not been confirmed. Family Asphodelaceae Ā· Tribe Alooideae Ā· Genus Haworthia.
āļø Temperature ā USDA 10a
It is recommended to keep it preferably above 5°C and protect it from frost, especially when the substrate is moist. It requires good drainage and ventilation during cold periods.
āļø Lighting
Abundant indirect light or bright partial shade. As an initial guideline, a PAR DLI of 8ā15 molĀ·mā»Ā²Ā·dayā»Ā¹ is recommended, adjusted according to the plantās response. Intense but gradual lighting may promote the expression of reddish hues, if the selection has this ability; strong direct sunlight can burn the leaf windows.
š§ Growth cycle and watering
Summer dormancy. Water thoroughly during active growth and allow the substrate to dry out before watering again. During periods of intense heat, it is advisable to reduce watering and improve ventilation. Waterlogging and persistent moisture around the roots should be avoided.
šø Flowering
Produces an elongated inflorescence with small whitish and greenish flowers, characteristic of the genus. No specific flowering schedule has been confirmed for āRedstoneā.
šæ Nutrition
During active growth, Desert CHOICEĀ® Aloes, Haworthias & Co., NPK 3-2-8 with calcium and magnesium is recommended. It is advisable to reduce or suspend feeding during summer dormancy and avoid the accumulation of salts in the substrate.
Gourmet black 7x7 cm pot
This inimitable xerophyte is grown in Madrid in a high-tech square pot with a substrate enriched with mycorrhizal fungi and biofungicides.
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