About
Gasteria pulchra, the beautiful ox tongue, is a compact stemless succulent producing the characteristic fleshy, spotted or banded, rosette leaves and arching stems of pendant, tubular pink flowers of the genus. A particularly ornamental gasteria for a sunny windowsill or cactus house.
About the genus
Gasteria, the ox tongues, are stemless, succulent perennials forming clumps of rosettes of fleshy leaves � often two-ranked and typically spotted or banded � and producing racemes of pendulous, tubular flowers. Tolerant of shade, they are easy and rewarding succulents for indoor growing.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.