Overview
Gasteria glauca is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Gasteria, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Gasteria glauca grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants, conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Gasteria glauca, the Kouga gasteria, is a succulent plant of the family Asphodelaceae native to the cliffs and rocky hillsides above the Kouga River, in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is most closely related to the species G.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Gasteria
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Gasteria glauca size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory, Greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gasteria glauca
- Propagation
- Seed, Leaf cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Gasteria glauca?
Gasteria glauca prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gasteria glauca need?
Gasteria glauca grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gasteria glauca hardy in the UK?
Gasteria glauca has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Gasteria glauca?
Seed, Leaf cuttings.
More in the Gasteria genus
- Gasteriaox tongue
- Gasteria bicolor
- Gasteria planifolia
- Gasteria schweickerdtiana
- Gasteria x cheilophyllahybrid ox tongue