Water
Tulista pumila prefers infrequent watering, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot.
In its dormant period, significantly reduce watering to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Also known as Pearl Haworthia · Pearl Plant
Tulista pumila is a small, slow-growing succulent native to South Africa, known for its rosette of thick, fleshy leaves often tipped with sharp points. It's a striking ad
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid intense direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings
25% intensity
Reduce watering significantly in winter.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers 18-24°C during the day, cooler at night. Avoid frost.
Light feeding during growing season
25% intensity
Use a diluted succulent fertilizer once a month from spring to early autumn.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Tulista pumila prefers infrequent watering, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot.
In its dormant period, significantly reduce watering to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Pruning is generally minimal for Tulista pumila. Remove any dead or damaged leaves at the base of the plant using a clean, sharp knife. This helps maintain the plant's tidy appearance and prevents disease.
Propagate Tulista pumila by offsets (pups) that grow from the base of the parent plant. Gently separate a mature offset with roots attached and allow it to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.
Repot Tulista pumila every 2-3 years, or when the plant outgrows its container. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one and ensure it has drainage holes. Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Tulista |
| Species | Tulista pumila |
Similar in genus Tulista
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