Haworthia retusa is a slow-growing succulent that mostly grows in the ground, with the rosette showing on the surface.

Haworthia prefers cooler temperatures in the winter and becomes dormant during the summer months.

It can survive temperatures as low as 50° degrees Fahrenheit during the colder months.

Outside the recommended zones, the star cactus is typically grown indoors.

Keep the plant at normal room temperature, with light shade but access to bright light.

No matter if Haworthia retusa is growing indoors or outside, avoid extended periods full sun.