Gasteria Socialis

Description: Gasteria acinacifolia is a tough aloe relative with dark green leaves covered with small raised white dots. It does well in light shade or sun; however, in full sun the leaves turn dark rusty red. Its suckers freely form colonies, and offsets can be removed and replanted. Leaves are not armored so this unfussy plant makes a great addition to dry shady entryways and other pedestrian areas. Take care when transplanting as leaves can break off if handled roughly.This is an excellent succulent for dry shady areas. It works well in containers, in rock gardens, and part shade in xeriscape and cactus gardens and is also well suited to coastal gardens. The flowers are attractive to nectar seeking birds and insects.Gasteria acinacifolia blooms in spring and summer with pretty arching wands of 1-1.5″, bell-shaped, tubular, orange and green flowers. Its large fruiting capsules stand erect and its winged seeds are dispersed by wind.This plant is easily propagated from cuttings and divisions. Allow cuttings to callus over before planting them in well draining medium. It can also be grown from seed.Gasteria acinacifolia was named by the European botanist Jacquin in 1811, but it is not certain who first brought it into cultivation. The specific epithet, acinacifolia, pertains to its sharp, scimitar-shaped leaves. This plant is threatened in its native habitat in Eastern Cape Province of Coastal South Africa due to housing development.plant will ship in the pot .

Price: 15 USD

Location: Soledad, California

End Time: 2024-09-28T20:31:49.000Z

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