About

_Gasteraloe beguinii, the lizard tail, is an intergeneric hybrid between Gasteria and Aloe producing a striking rosette of dark, fleshy, toothed, triangular-tipped leaves with small, pale, irregular spots. Arching flower stems carry pendant, tubular, orange-red flowers. A neat and ornamental bigeneric succulent for a sunny windowsill or cactus house.

About the genus

_Gasteraloe are intergeneric hybrids between Gasteria and Aloe, producing rosettes of fleshy, often spotted or toothed, succulent leaves and arching stems of pendant, tubular flowers. Neat and ornamental succulents for a sunny windowsill or cactus house.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or in late winter for shape.
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.