Overview
Gasteria planifolia is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Gasteria, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Gasteria planifolia 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 planifolia is a clump-forming perennial succulent from the Asphodelaceae family. It forms clusters of rosettes with thick, fleshy evergreen leaves typically arranged in two ranks. This cultivar produces hanging, tubular flowers on racemes during spring and summer. Suited to full sun or partial shade, it prefers well-drained loam or sandy soil with an acid to neutral pH. Gasteria planifolia is best grown in sheltered conditions such as a houseplant, conservatory, or greenhouse, and requires very well-drained, gritty compost for cultivation.
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 planifolia 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 planifolia
- 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 planifolia?
Gasteria planifolia prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gasteria planifolia need?
Gasteria planifolia grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gasteria planifolia hardy in the UK?
Gasteria planifolia 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 planifolia?
Seed, Leaf cuttings.
More in the Gasteria genus
- Gasteriaox tongue
- Gasteria bicolor
- Gasteria glauca
- Gasteria schweickerdtiana
- Gasteria x cheilophyllahybrid ox tongue