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Gasteria 'Flow'

Also known as: Flow gasteria

A modern compact cultivar with spirally arranged spotted leaves. It belongs to the Gasteria genus, comes from Garden cultivar, stays around Clumps 10–15 cm, and tolerates USDA 10–11. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.

Key facts

  • Genus: Gasteria
  • Origin: Garden cultivar
  • Mature size: Clumps 10–15 cm
  • Hardiness: USDA 10–11
  • Toxicity: Non-toxic

Succulent at a glance

Genus
Gasteria
Origin
Garden cultivar
Mature size
Clumps 10–15 cm
Growth habit
Compact spiralling two-ranked leaves
Leaf colour
Dark green spotted with white tubercles
Flower colour
Orange-pink
Hardiness
USDA 10–11
Toxicity
Non-toxic
Other names
Flow gasteria

About the Gasteria 'Flow'

A modern compact cultivar with spirally arranged spotted leaves. Very slow and tidy.

Care and cultivation

Gasterias are tough, shade-tolerant cousins of haworthias. Gritty mix, water when dry, protect from harsh afternoon sun. Their tongue-shaped leaves grow in distichous (two-ranked) fans. Light: Bright indirect; very shade-tolerant. Water: Every 2–3 weeks. Soil: Gritty cactus mix.

Description

Gasteria 'Flow' is a Gasteria succulent from Garden cultivar. A modern compact cultivar with spirally arranged spotted leaves. Very slow and tidy.

Identification

Key identification features: Dark green spotted with white tubercles leaves in a Compact spiralling two-ranked leaves form, reaching Clumps 10–15 cm. Also known as Flow gasteria.

Adding a Gasteria 'Flow' to your collection? Buy from reputable nurseries that label plants with accurate botanical names, and quarantine new plants for a couple of weeks before placing them near existing succulents to avoid spreading pests like mealybugs.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Gasteria 'Flow'?

Every 2–3 weeks. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and reduce water in winter.

Is Gasteria 'Flow' toxic to pets?

Non-toxic. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.

Related succulents

Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Gasteria 'Flow', supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.

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