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Basic Info
Gasteria is also known as ‘Little Warty’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to 13 cm (5″) tall and about 10 cm (4″) in diameter. The plant is best known to have beautiful looking green leaves that grow upwards. The plant is best propagated by offsets making it ideal for people who enjoy propagating succulents.
Scientific Classification
Family: Asphodelaceae
Subfamily: Asphodeloideae
Tribe: Aloeae
Genus: Aloe
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Gasteria ‘Little Warty’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs less watering than other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Little Warty healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Gasteria ‘Little Warty’
This succulent type is a rare one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy a beautifully arranged succulent. It is a nice addition to your outside garden!
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown indoor
- Grows 13 cm (5″) tall
- Grows up to 10 cm (4″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Plant zone 10a -1.1°C (30°F)
- Does not handle cold well
- Best propagated by offsets
- Known to be toxic to people and animals
- Grows best during Winter
Where to Plant
Little Warty succulents need strong light. When planting this Gasteria type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 10a which is around 30 °F (-1.1 °C).
How to Propagate Gasteria ‘Little Warty’
Gasteria ‘ Little Warty’ can be propagated by offsets or seeds. Propagating by seeds would be difficult since this succulent is a difficult type to grow. This slow-growing succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
Offsets
Gasteria ‘Little Warty’ propagates from the offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you should wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
Origin and Habitat
Gasteria that is also known as ‘Little Warty’ is known to be a cross between Gasteria
