Haworthia turgida
Haworthia turgida Haw.
Haworthia turgida, a species in the Asphodelaceae family, is native to the Cape Provinces and parts of Mexico. It is known for its translucent leaf windows and grows in dense clusters. It prefers rocky limestone or slate cliffs in its natural habitat.
Description
Haworthia turgida, sometimes called the windowpane plant, is a member of the genus Haworthia. It is characterized by translucent leaf panes similar to those of Haworthia cooperi. The plant grows in dense clusters from the base and is found in rocky limestone or slate cliff environments. The main form has pale green leaves with notable variation. Recognized varieties include Haworthia turgida var. longibracteata and Haworthia turgida var. suberecta. First described in 1819 by Haw., it is part of the Asphodelaceae family.
Distribution
TW · Cape Provinces · Mexico Central
Synonyms
Catevala turgidaAloe turgidaHaworthia caespitosa f. subplanaHaworthia caespitosa f. subproliferansHaworthia retusa var. turgida
