Haworthia bayeri
Also known as: Bayer's haworthia
A prized compact species with dark, speckled windowed leaf faces. It belongs to the Haworthia genus, comes from South Africa (Oudtshoorn), stays around Rosette 5–10 cm, and tolerates USDA 10–11. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Haworthia
- Origin: South Africa (Oudtshoorn)
- Mature size: Rosette 5–10 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 10–11
- Toxicity: Non-toxic
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Haworthia
- Origin
- South Africa (Oudtshoorn)
- Mature size
- Rosette 5–10 cm
- Growth habit
- Slow, compact, retuse windowed leaves
- Leaf colour
- Dark green with speckled windows
- Flower colour
- White
- Hardiness
- USDA 10–11
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic
- Other names
- Bayer's haworthia
About the Haworthia bayeri
A prized compact species with dark, speckled windowed leaf faces. Very slow — collectors grow it for decades.
Care and cultivation
Haworthias prefer bright indirect light and a gritty mix. Water when fully dry; shield from hot afternoon sun. They grow in spring/autumn and want a drier, cooler winter. Light: Bright indirect; tolerates lower light. Water: Every 2–3 weeks; drought-tolerant. Soil: Gritty cactus mix.
Description
Haworthia bayeri is a Haworthia succulent from South Africa (Oudtshoorn). A prized compact species with dark, speckled windowed leaf faces. Very slow — collectors grow it for decades.
Identification
Key identification features: Dark green with speckled windows leaves in a Slow, compact, retuse windowed leaves form, reaching Rosette 5–10 cm. Also known as Bayer's haworthia.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Haworthia bayeri?
Every 2–3 weeks; drought-tolerant. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and reduce water in winter.
Is Haworthia bayeri toxic to pets?
Non-toxic. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.
Related succulents
Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Haworthia bayeri, supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.