dnrevel's plant: Ox Tongue (Gasteria obliqua)

Database link: Ox Tongue (Gasteria obliqua)

Status: Have

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Comments by dnrevel
This may also be a newer succulent introduction: Gasteria brevifolia
Protect from frost.

Notes from research: Gasteria brevifolia: Thick leaves are are tongue-like. They grow distichously (aligned like a fan). As they grow, they will spiral to a loose rosette form. Flowers are sent up on long stalks and are coral and tubular.

Gasteria are good with low light and minimal water and do well indoors, still maintaining form and color. They grow deep roots, so use a deep pot. The will easily rot, so avoid standing water. Use a gritty, well-draining soil. Water only when soil is fully dry.



Events
September 25, 2021: Obtained plant (Bought a tray of different succulents, this one was the only one labeled. Franks in Maryland. New to me, Fall of 2021.)
September 28, 2022: Maintenance performed (Move for the winter into the new greenhouse. Did well during the summer with partial sun. Too much sun affects color (turns grey). Moving into partial light greens up the plant.)
February 2, 2023: Bloomed (Multiple plants overwintering indoors under lights. Several bloom stalks coming up. )
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