This gives collectors an almost infinite choice of plants. This variability has makes the taxonomy of the genus a nightmare, but a conservative estimate places the species at about 50. Since these plants are small they are predominantly pot plants. Haworthia minima has pointed dark green leaves with white warts, while the window-leaved species such as H. retusa have clear areas in the leaf tops. H. truncata with its two-ranked leaves that appear chopped off is one of the most unusual species.
Bright light is appreciated, but full sun is too bright in most areas.
Haworthia truncata Ice Plants Family Aizoaceae. This family is concentrated in South Africa. It contains shrubs, ground covers, clumpers, and extreme dwarfs that support only one pair of rock-like leaves at any time. The flowers are daisy-like, often with dazzling colors. Other species are just as attractive, but are better behaved.