Catevala angolensis (Baker) Kuntze
Angolan haworthia
Catevala angolensis, synonym of Haworthia angolensis Baker, is a rosulate succulent with an unusually northern distribution for the genus, reaching Angola and northern Namibia. Its leaves have a smooth texture and light green tones with faint markings on the underside.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Catevala |
| Growth Habit | Slow-growing acaulescent rosette. |
| Conservation Status | Data deficient. Scarcely represented in collections outside its native range. |
| pH Target | 6.0 – 7.5 |
| Type | Cactus substrate enriched with 25–30% perlite. |
Origin & Habitat
Morphology
Lanceolate leaves 4–8 cm, light to medium green, relatively smooth surface with faint markings; margin with small teeth.
ecoWhite-greenish tubular flowers on slender scapes 20–30 cm. Spring-summer flowering.
ecoAcaulescent or very short-stemmed.
ecoFleshy roots with moderate water reserves.
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Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Cactus substrate enriched with 25–30% perlite.
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Propagation Strategy
- 1 Separate rooted offsets in spring.
- 2 Let dry 2 days and plant in porous substrate.
- 3 Water moderately after one week.
Keep in warmer environment than Cape species.
Overwatering during dormancy.
Every 3 years.
Quarter-strength succulent fertilizer once in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Non-toxic to humans, dogs, and cats.
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Plant Health
Mealybugs; regularly inspect the base.
Root rot from substrate without drainage.
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"Catevala angolensis corresponds to Haworthia angolensis Baker, one of the few species of the genus with distribution outside South Africa. Its presence in Angola represents the northern extreme of the range of Haworthia sensu lato."
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