It is a relatively small perennial species that produces only one leaf per season. During the leaf change from old to new, 2 of those narrow-lanceolate leaves seem to be visible, the none quickly changing to one, as the old leaf then dies off. Another shortcoming is that the roots of this species are thinner than in H. albilos and sensitive to too much water, causing the roots to die off and growth to lag behind. Haemanthus pauculifolius is supplied as a young plant without pot or soil. Upon receipt, it should be potted immediately in a not too large pot.