Haworthia emelyae comptoniana
Taxonomy
Haworthia emelyae var. comptoniana
Haworthia
Asphodelaceae
Asparagales
How to care for Haworthia emelyae comptoniana
Water
How often to water your Haworthia emelyae comptoniana
every 12
Haworthia emelyae comptoniana needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Denver, Colorado.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Denver, Colorado
36% Very Low
Growing Haworthia emelyae comptoniana in Denver right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
January 29th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Denver is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determininā¦
Sunlight will increase by 36.4% āļø
January 30th, 2023
Denver is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Denver is expected to increase by 36.4% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 10.8 megajoules of energy per m2 perā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.0 hours š
January 29th, 2023
This month, Denver is getting an average of 8.5 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 10.8% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.4 total hours of daylā¦
Finding light for Haworthia emelyae comptoniana in your home
a window
Haworthia emelyae comptoniana may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Denver, Colorado ā .
Nutrients
How to fertilize Haworthia emelyae comptoniana
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Haworthia emelyae comptoniana after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Haworthia emelyae comptoniana
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ā³
January 24th, 2023
The growing potential in Denver is low š.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repot ā¦
FAQs
Haworthia emelyae comptoniana thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Haworthia emelyae comptoniana may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Haworthia emelyae comptoniana prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Haworthia emelyae comptoniana is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnāt retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!
Fertilizer
Haworthia emelyae comptoniana grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itās common for Haworthia emelyae comptoniana to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Haworthia emelyae comptoniana is native to Southern Africa.
Care Summary for Haworthia emelyae comptoniana
Haworthia emelyae comptoniana
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Denver, Colorado, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
