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Gasteria Glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’

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Sun: Full sun to light shade

Water: Below average watering needs for a succulent

Temperature: Zone 9b from 25° F to 30° F (-3.9° C to -1.1° C) to Zone 11b from 45° F to 50° F (7.2° C to 10° C)

Winter Survival: Not cold hardy

Propagation: leaves, seeds

Flower: In the Spring

Flower Type: Orange

Toxic: Generally non-toxic to humans and animals

Dormant: summer

Space Requirement: Indoors

Common Problems: Fungal diseases


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Basc Care for Gasteria glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’

Watering

Watering for Gasteria glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’ is a simple task. It requires Below average watering needs for a succulent.

One simple tip for you is that you can use some online apps to check the soil status before you go water your succulents. I would recommend the ThePlantsCheck app, it has some nice features there.

Fertilizing

Only feed this succulent during its active growing seasons which means winter. Use the right fertilizer applied in the right amounts. Applying half-strength balanced fertilizer every month or so is recommended for optimal results.

Do not fertilize during summer as the plant is dormant.

Sun & Location Requirements for "Gasteria glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’"

Placing Gasteria glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’ in full sun to light shade is key for its growth and health. Look for a spot that gets around 6 hours of direct sunlight each day, but also offers plenty of shade during the hottest parts of the day.

As per this succulent profile, it is only able to stay healthy when the environment temperature is above the range of zone 9b from 25° F to 30° F (-3.9° C to -1.1° C).

In order to protect Gasteria glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’ from freezing temperatures, it is important to provide adequate insulation and drainage. A layer of mulch or gravel will help protect the roots by keeping them warm during cold weather. In addition, protection from wind and sun exposure can help reduce the chances of frost damage.

Any succulents in the group will only need minimal space to grow. You can place your pot at your table or window. Outdoors is also a nice idea to put your pot.

Gasteria glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’ also benefits from some indirect light throughout the day as well, so make sure you give it enough space to soak up light without becoming too exposed to heat.

Propagation

Propagating succulents by leaves is a great way to grow new plants from existing ones. Simply cut off a few healthy leaves from the mother plant and place them on top of a potting mix. Water the soil regularly, keeping it moist but not soggy, and soon you'll have brand new succulents!

Growing Gasteria glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’ from seeds is an easy and economical way to produce more plants. Identify a healthy seed by its plumpness, dark color and slightly sticky texture. Once the potting mix has been pre-mixed with well-draining soil, sow the seeds evenly and press lightly into the surface. To ensure germination, keep the container in bright but indirect light and mist the soil gently with a spray bottle.

Toxicity

Gasteria glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’

Gasteria glomerata ‘Ox Tongue’ is not known to pose any significant health risks, as it is not considered to be toxic. However, it is best to keep the plant away from young children and pets, as they may ingest some of the parts of this plant that could contain toxins which can cause mild skin irritation.

Pests and Diseases

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