Raised white markings
Small projections catch side light and add depth without harsh contrast.
Haworthia 'Savanna' 6cm
Normal price
€3,50
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Haworthia'Savanna'
It drinks little and shines a lot 💧
- Asphodelaceae
- Horticultural selection
- White markings
- Bright shade
- Compact rosette
Haworthia 'Savanna' creates a low, substantial rosette of pointed leaves in grey-green to silver-green shades. Across the matte surface, raised white markings form a subtle relief resembling tiny droplets or fine embroidery. Its strict geometry and controlled palette produce a calm contemporary aesthetic without losing any of its botanical individuality.
As the rosette becomes denser, overlapping points create deeper shadows and the white pattern gains a stronger rhythm. Every angle reveals a different balance between silver surfaces and green recesses, keeping the plant interesting despite its minimal expression. This is an elegant Haworthia for admirers of clean lines, refined texture and collector beauty that does not depend on vivid colour.
What makes it distinctive
‘Savanna’ works with a restrained palette but a rich surface: silver tone, white projections and leaves closing into a clean radial composition.
Matte grey-green body
Its quiet tone differs from glossy or strongly green succulents.
Radial architecture
Pointed leaves organise around a tight centre and keep the silhouette low.
Why you’ll love it: it has texture that reveals itself up close and calm geometry that works beautifully in a small space.
In your spacePlacement & plant pairingsWhere it looks its best and which plants sit comfortably alongside it
Where it looks its best
A bright shelf near an east-facing window or a position with abundant diffused light works best. Side lighting reveals the white markings, while a dark plain pot strengthens the silver tone.
Plants that complement it
Keep each plant in its own pot and build a group with species that accept bright shade but offer different surfaces.
- Gasteria ‘Flow’ — broad wavy leaves with matte markings under similar exposure.
- Haworthia cymbiformis — juicier translucent leaves for a change of volume.
- Peperomia caperata ‘Frost’ — metallic rippled foliage for a silver link without sharing a root container.
Care at a glance
Light
Abundant indirect light with a little gentle morning sun; avoid sudden harsh midday exposure.
Watering
Water thoroughly when the mix is almost completely dry, removing any water left in the cachepot or rosette centre.
Climate
Mild temperatures and airflow; growth may slow in summer heat, so reduce water according to drying speed.
Pets
Cultivar-specific evidence is insufficient; keep it away from chewing and ingestion.
Selected for this plant
Substrate & feeding
Detailed careComplete care guideLight, watering, seasonal rhythm, substrate and feeding in detail
Light and position
Abundant indirect light with a little gentle morning sun; avoid sudden harsh midday exposure.
How to water
Water thoroughly when the mix is almost completely dry, removing any water left in the cachepot or rosette centre.
Air and humidity
Do not enclose the rosette in a humid terrarium. Free air around the lower leaves reduces the risk of a soft base.
Temperature and seasonal rhythm
Watch the new central growth rather than a calendar. Mild seasons favour activity, while heatwaves and a dark winter prolong dry-down.
Substrate
Use a highly aerated succulent mix with mineral components in a small pot with a clear drainage hole.
Feeding, repotting and handling
Add a low dose only while the centre is producing new leaves. After repotting into fresh nutrient-containing mix, allow about two months without extra fertiliser.
Botanical identityIdentity & natural originAccepted name, cultivar history and the wild plant’s natural range
A horticultural trade cultivar
The name Haworthia ‘Savanna’ is used commercially for a selected Haworthia clone or line. It is not a published wild botanical name.
No documented pedigree
No authoritative primary registration was found defining parent species, breeder or year of introduction. It is therefore not assigned arbitrarily to a species or hybrid.
Ecological reference to the genus, not the cultivar
Wild Haworthia species are South African succulents of the Cape flora, but ‘Savanna’ is a cultivated selection and has no natural range of its own.
From natural habitat to care: Because the exact pedigree of ‘Savanna’ is undocumented, no specific wild habitat is assigned to it. Its low rosette and Haworthia morphology cautiously support only the genus-level cultivation principles: a bright protected position, an aerated root zone and water that clears fully before the next cycle.
Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific facts nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who wants to understand the structures behind the plant’s appearance
The cultivar name uses single quotation marks
‘Savanna’ is not a Latin epithet in its own right; quotation marks identify a cultivated variety.
White projections are epidermal texture
The relief comes from specialisations of the leaf surface, not cactus areoles or spines.
Grey-green colour is variable
Chlorophyll level, surface waxes and light stress alter the visual balance of green and silver.
The cultivar is maintained clonally
Dividing offsets retains the appearance, while seed cannot guarantee the same traits from an unknown pedigree.
Frequently asked questions
Plant-specific answers for Haworthia ‘Savanna’, from light and watering to its seasonal rhythm.
01Which light keeps the correct form?
Abundant indirect light with a little gentle morning sun; avoid sudden harsh midday exposure.
02When does it genuinely need water?
Water thoroughly when the mix is almost completely dry, removing any water left in the cachepot or rosette centre.
03What changes through the year?
Watch the new central growth rather than a calendar. Mild seasons favour activity, while heatwaves and a dark winter prolong dry-down.
04Why have the leaf tips turned brown?
Check for abrupt sun exposure, prolonged heat and root condition. A brown tip alone does not prove the plant needs water.
05Is ‘Savanna’ a specific wild species?
Not on the available evidence. It is a cultivated Haworthia selection and its exact pedigree is not presented as certain.
06What about pets and children?
Cultivar-specific evidence is insufficient; keep it away from chewing and ingestion.
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