Keeled gasteria
Gasteria carinata · Gasteria · Asphodel family
Also known as: Bredasdorp Gasteria · Ox Tongue
Very easy10–20cmPet-friendly
Keeled gasteria care at a glance
Keeled gasteria (Gasteria carinata) needs little water and prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Keeled gasteria
Possible pests on Keeled gasteria include Mealybugs. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot. Keeled gasteria is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
Disease
- Root rot High
- Leaf spot Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
- Sunscald / leaf scorch Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Keeled gasteria
- Which pests affect Keeled gasteria?
- Possible pests on Keeled gasteria include Mealybugs.
- Which diseases affect Keeled gasteria?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot.
- Is Keeled gasteria toxic to cats and dogs?
- Keeled gasteria is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Keeled gasteria need?
- Keeled gasteria has a low water requirement.
- What light does Keeled gasteria need?
- Keeled gasteria prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Keeled gasteria frost-hardy?
- Keeled gasteria is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.