Water
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Gasteria pillansii is drought-tolerant, and overwatering can lead to root rot. Water less frequently during winter months to accommodate its dormancy period.
Also known as Cattle Tongue · Namaqua Gasteria · Namaqua Oxtongue
Gasteria pillansii is a striking succulent with thick, fleshy, tongue-shaped leaves, often edged with rough tubercles, forming compact rosettes.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Protect from intense direct sun.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Well-draining succulent or cactus mix
50% intensity
Average Room
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Light
25% intensity
Feed during growing season with diluted succulent fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Gasteria pillansii is drought-tolerant, and overwatering can lead to root rot. Water less frequently during winter months to accommodate its dormancy period.
Pruning is generally not required for Gasteria pillansii. Remove any dead or damaged leaves close to the base of the plant using clean, sharp scissors or a knife.
This helps maintain a tidy appearance and prevents disease.
Gasteria pillansii can be propagated through offsets (pups) or leaf cuttings. Gently separate offsets from the mother plant and allow them to callous over before planting in well-draining soil.
Leaf cuttings require patience, but can also be successful.
Repot your Gasteria pillansii every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its current container. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Gasteria |
| Species | Gasteria pillansii |
Similar in genus Gasteria
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