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Gasteria bicolor

Also Known As

Gasteria bicolor var. bicolor
Gasteria caespitosa
Gasteria maculata

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

10a-12

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Gasteria bicolor plant details

Gasteria bicolor is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gasteria bicolor

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asphodelaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, mottled leaves, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gasteria bicolor

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Gasteria bicolor is a succulent variety with green, strap-like leaves covered in a flurry of tiny white spots. The rigid, curved leaves initially grow in a distichous pattern (along one plane) but may spiral out as they mature. The leaf tips will flush to a reddish-orange hue when exposed to lots of sunlight. Gasteria are slow-growing, low maintenance plants. Provide a well-drained soil away from reflected heat. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Ideal in landscapes and containers or is happy to adapt as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ plant from frost!