Zebra Cactus (Haworthia fasciata) | Sets, 8–10 cm each
Description
The Zebra Cactus is a compact, sculptural succulent with dark green leaves banded in crisp white horizontal stripes — a striking miniature that looks like it was painted by hand. Sold in sets of two to twenty-eight, it is perfect for creating grouped desktop displays, windowsill arrangements, and gift sets in Dubai homes and offices where space is limited but style is not.
Key Features
- Pet-safe — non-toxic to cats and dogs
- Bold white horizontal bands on dark green leaves create a distinctive zebra-stripe pattern
- Compact 8–10 cm rosettes — ideal for desks, windowsills, and small grouped displays
- Sold in flexible set sizes: 2 (AED 32), 3 (AED 48), 5 (AED 80), 7 (AED 112), 10 (AED 160), 12 (AED 192), or Tray of 28 (AED 448)
- Extremely drought-tolerant — stores water in its thick leaves and handles long dry spells
Why It Works in Dubai
Haworthia fasciata is native to the arid regions of South Africa and is perfectly suited to the warm, dry conditions inside UAE homes. Unlike many succulents, it actually prefers bright indirect light over harsh direct sun, making it ideal for spots just back from a Dubai window. Its minimal water needs and compact size make it one of the easiest plants to maintain in air-conditioned interiors — and the set pricing makes it simple to build an instant collection.
Care Snapshot
Light: bright indirect light; tolerates some direct morning sun but avoid harsh afternoon sun
Water: every 10–14 days, allow soil to dry out completely between waterings
Humidity: low to average indoor humidity; no misting needed
What You’ll Receive
A set of Zebra Cactus (Haworthia fasciata) plants in your chosen quantity, each measuring 8–10 cm. Available as sets of 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, or 12, or a full tray of 28 plants for larger displays and gifting. Each plant is supplied in a nursery pot. This is the Concolor form with smooth inner leaf surfaces — for the larger African Albino cultivar at 10–15 cm, see our Zebra Plant (Haworthia fasciata) listing.
Pet-safe — non-toxic to cats and dogs. *Actual product may vary slightly from the image shown.
- Medium light
- Water rarely
- Easy care
Watering through the UAE year
A simple ladder so you never overwater in winter or underwater in summer.
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Apr - Sep · Hot months Every 14-21 days, allow soil to dry completely
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Oct - Mar · Cool months Every 28-35 days, sparingly
Always check the top inch of soil first. If it still feels damp, wait another day or two.
Care guide for Zebra Cactus (Haworthia fasciata) | Sets, 8–10 cm each
- Botanical name
- Haworthia fasciata
- Also known as
- Zebra Plant, Zebra Haworthia
- Where to place it
- Indoor - needs a bright spot near a window.
- Avoid
- Intense direct sunlight, heating/AC vents, drafty windows
- Light
- Medium / indirect light
- Watering rhythm
- Sparingly - every 2-3 weeks
- Humidity
- Low - tolerates dry air
- Fertilization
- Half-strength balanced fertilizer monthly in spring-summer
- Care difficulty
- Easy - forgiving of beginners
Healthy Arrival Guarantee
Every plant is hand-picked and inspected at our Dubai nursery before dispatch. If your plant arrives damaged or unhealthy, send us a photo within 48 hours of delivery and we will replace it, free of charge.
Plants are living things. Exact height, leaf count and shape may vary slightly from the photo. Sizes refer to the plant including its nursery pot.
How to keep your plant thriving
A quick read on what your plant needs at home.
How often to water through the year
| Cool (Oct–Apr) | Hot (May–Sep) | |
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| Indoor | Every 2-3 weeks. Check soil first. | Every 10-14 days. AC dries soil faster than expected. |
| Outdoor | Every 10-14 days. Skip if soil still moist. | Weekly. Water early morning before the heat builds. |
Pairs well with
Pots and companions chosen to work with your plant.
We're still curating recommendations for this product.
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Every plant in our garden center is hand-picked to handle UAE conditions: long summer heat, dry indoor air from constant AC, and the humidity shifts between seasons. Our horticultural team has been growing for Dubai and Abu Dhabi homes for 25+ years, the same nursery and the same standard whether the plant is going to a villa garden or a fifth-floor apartment.
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How often should I water my indoor plants?
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Can indoor plants grow in artificial light?
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