{"product_id":"gasteria-bicolor-variegata-8-5cm-h15cm","title":"Gasteria Bicolor Variegata 8.5cm H15cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Gasteria bicolor 'Variegata'—a neat ox-tongue succulent with fleshy, tongue-shaped leaves streaked in cream and green. The slow-growing rosettes or two-ranked fans make a lovely small collector plant, and an established specimen may send up delicate tubular flowers on a fine stalk. She prefers bright shelter and dry roots rather than a humid jungle setup.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Formal Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gasteria bicolor 'Variegata' (trade name; precise selection unconfirmed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nickname:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegated Ox Tongue\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots:\u003c\/strong\u003e A cultivated variegated Gasteria from a South African succulent lineage; the trade name does not specify the exact clone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Vibe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sheltered bright shade, mineral-rich soil and a generous drying period between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c!--split--\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light or gentle morning sun is best; pale variegated leaf tissue can scorch in harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Room:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright east-facing sill or a well-lit succulent shelf away from heavy condensation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnacks:\u003c\/strong\u003e A very dilute cactus feed once or twice during spring and summer is sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical Feels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Normal dry indoor air suits this succulent; avoid misting the leaf bases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosy Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep frost-free; moderate room temperatures are fine, with drier conditions if kept cooler over winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThirst:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak the compost, let excess drain, then wait until it has dried well before watering again. In winter, water very sparingly, especially in cool rooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep out of reach of pets that chew houseplants; do not assume any ornamental plant is edible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bedding:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gritty, fast-draining peat-free succulent mix with mineral grit, pumice or coarse perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate rooted offsets when present; variegation in seed-grown plants is not reliably inherited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stays relatively compact and can slowly form a clump; leave light and airflow between neighbouring pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow-growing, and extra pale sections may photosynthesise less efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUninvited Guests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect sheltered leaf axils and roots for mealybugs; persistently wet crowns can rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoving Day:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot infrequently, when roots crowd the container, into a pot only slightly larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHaircut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only remove fully dried lower leaves; avoid peeling healthy leaves from the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Air:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle airflow and a fast-draining pot are more helpful than additional humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Lore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gasteria are named for their swollen, stomach-shaped flowers; many grow happily with less direct sun than desert cacti.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emm's Plant House","offers":[{"title":"8.5cm H15cm","offer_id":59300780867848,"sku":"KAL0000075","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/1339\/9560\/files\/IMG_4915_3e1d8cb2-4051-4169-af4b-dff159e29378.jpg?v=1793390119","url":"https:\/\/www.emmsplanthouse.co.uk\/products\/gasteria-bicolor-variegata-8-5cm-h15cm","provider":"Emm's Plant House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}