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Haworthia limifolia var. ubomboensis
Semi-shade is ideal for the plant.
Always water a few days after the substrate has dried out. In winter, limit watering.
It can tolerate -1.1 °C in the short term. However, the plant is not hardy.
The Zulu word "ubombo" means big nose. It is the name of the town where this Haworthia comes from.
Haworthiopsis limifolia var. ubomboensis, also known as Haworthia keithii, is a succulent plant with a limited range near Ubombo, South Africa. The name 'ubomboensis' refers to the species' original distribution near Ubombo in the Lebombo Mountains. The Zulu word 'ubombo' means 'big nose'.
This succulent forms rosettes of narrow light green leaves that turn red in direct sunlight (which may not be desirable). The leaves are smooth and the rosettes grow slowly to a diameter of 15 cm, forming offsets that eventually form a nice clump. The plant usually reaches a height of about 10 cm.
The flowers of Haworthiopsis limifolia var. ubomboensis are small, white with stripes and appear on thin stalks, usually in spring.
This succulent plant is considered non-toxic to humans and animals. It is relatively hardy and resistant. It is an ornamental plant that is suitable for a site or for indoors.