{"title":"Succulent Ox Tongue","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eGenus: Gasteria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"182\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asphodelaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"215\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gasteria, Ox Tongue\u003cbr data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"238\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"255\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"592\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"286\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eGasteria\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genus of succulent plants known for their thick, fleshy, and often tongue-shaped leaves arranged in rosettes or distichous (two-ranked) patterns. The leaves usually have distinctive mottled or spotted patterns and a rough texture, making them visually interesting even without flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eGasteria flowers are tubular, pendulous, and typically pink to orange in colour, emerging on slender stalks and resembling a swollen “belly” — which is reflected in the genus name (\u003cem data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"783\"\u003egaster\u003c\/em\u003e means stomach in Greek).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eThese plants thrive in shady, sheltered spots, making them ideal as indoor plants or in low-light garden niches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"939\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eGasteria prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003ebright, indirect light to partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and well-draining soil with good aeration. Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry between waterings, and reduce watering in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eThey are drought-tolerant but appreciate occasional humidity, fitting well into indoor environments or shaded patios. Gasteria is also slow-growing and easy to propagate from leaf or offsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eGasteria is often grown alongside Aloe and Haworthia due to similar care needs and attractive foliage contrasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eThe rough texture and spotted leaves make them highly decorative even when not in bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eTheir tubular flowers attract pollinators such as hummingbirds and sunbirds in native habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gasteria-batesiana-4-pot","title":"Knoppies Gasteria","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGasteria batesiana aka Knoppies Gasteria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommonly called \"ox tongue\" because they have long leaves with a rough texture. Most gasteria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eleaves also have interesting patterns and colours. Mature plants will produce tubular, curved flowers in the winter to spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLighting: \u003c\/strong\u003eCan tolerate lower light levels than most succulents. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey appreciate bright light but not harsh sun. Protect them from hot afternoon sunlight. White or yellow leaves can signify that the plant is getting too much sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWatering: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAllow the soil to almost completely dry out between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scott's Nursery Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"2.5\" Pot","offer_id":42873970786441,"sku":"P26896","price":8.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4\" Pot","offer_id":42873970819209,"sku":"G14858","price":7.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3576\/1033\/files\/20250110_153625.jpg?v=1748271891"},{"product_id":"s-gasteria-kaleidoscope","title":"Gasteria 'Kaleidoscope'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eGasteria Kaleidoscope is a compact succulent prized for its thick, tongue-shaped leaves patterned with mottled shades of green, grey, and creamy speckling. 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