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Gasteria liliputana

Also Known As

  • Gasteria bicolor var. liliputana
  • Gasteria lilliputiana
  • Ox Tongue

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2"-6"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Gasteria liliputana plant details

Gasteria liliputana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gasteria liliputana

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asphodelaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gasteria liliputana

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tender. Dark green leaves with cream spots.
Very small rosettes clumping; dark green to red in sun. Hardy to 30 °F.
Light Shade to Shade. Indoor. Orange or Red, Bell-shaped Flowers.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Gasteria liliputana plant

How to Grow Gasteria liliputana

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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