Gasteria brachyphylla 'Amour' is a compact and hardy succulent known for its distinctive, fleshy leaves arranged in a rosette or fan-like formation. The leaves are dark green with a smooth, almost glossy texture, often adorned with white spots or stripes that add visual interest. This slow-growing plant is particularly favoured for its ease of care and unique appearance, making it a popular choice for small indoor plant collections or succulent arrangements.
Native to:
Gasteria brachyphylla 'Amour' is native to the arid regions of South Africa, specifically in the Western Cape. In its natural habitat, it is accustomed to rocky, well-drained soils and low rainfall, often growing in the shade of larger plants or among rocks where it is protected from the harshest sunlight.
Water:
This succulent prefers infrequent but deep watering. Water Gasteria brachyphylla 'Amour' thoroughly when the soil has completely dried out. It is crucial to avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. During the winter months, when the plant’s growth slows, watering should be reduced further, as the plant requires less moisture.
Light:
Gasteria brachyphylla 'Amour' thrives in bright, indirect light. It can tolerate some direct sunlight, especially in the morning or late afternoon, but too much intense, direct light can cause the leaves to scorch. A location with filtered sunlight, such as near an east or west-facing window, is ideal for maintaining the plant’s vibrant leaf patterns.
Humidity:
This plant prefers low to moderate humidity levels, typical of most indoor environments. Unlike many tropical houseplants, Gasteria brachyphylla 'Amour' does not require high humidity and can thrive in drier air, making it an excellent choice for homes with less humidity.
Temperature:
Gasteria brachyphylla 'Amour' prefers temperatures between 18°C and 24°C but can tolerate slightly cooler conditions, down to about 10°C. It is not frost-tolerant, so it should be kept away from cold draughts and protected from temperatures below 10°C. Maintaining a stable, warm environment will support healthy growth and prevent stress to the plant.
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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.
Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.
We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.
We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for. Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
