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Gasteria nigricans monstrose
Also Known As
- Black Gasteria
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Gasteria nigricans monstrose plant details
Gasteria nigricans monstrose is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gasteria nigricans monstrose
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: liliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gasteria nigricans monstrose
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Gasteria nigricans monstrose plant
How to Grow Gasteria nigricans monstrose
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 6"-8"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Gasteria 'Solana'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 2"-4"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 6"-10"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Gasteria bicolor var. liliputana, Gasteria lilliputiana, Ox Tongue
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 2"-6"
Width: 4"-12"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
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