Gasteria Carinata var Glabra

Gasteria Carinata var Glabra is a sleek and elegant succulent — a compact, fan-shaped plant of smooth, tongue-shaped leaves in rich deep green with a glossy, polished surface that sets her apart from her warty Verrucosa cousin. She is refined, architectural and quietly beautiful.

Where the Verrucosa is rough and textured, Glabra is smooth and lustrous — her clean, glossy leaves arranged in a distinctive two-ranked fan, catching the light with a subtle sheen that gives her a sophisticated, almost sculptural quality. Like all Gasterias, she is exceptionally shade tolerant and low maintenance, thriving in indoor conditions where most succulents would struggle. A wonderful choice for collectors who appreciate understated elegance.

Plant Information

Botanical Name
Gasteria carinata var. glabra

Leaf Colour
Rich deep green with a smooth, glossy, polished surface — clean and lustrous throughout

Form
Distichous (two-ranked) fan — smooth, tongue-shaped leaves arranged in a neat, spreading fan formation

Mature Size
15–20cm spread

Sunlight
Shade to bright indirect light — one of the most shade-tolerant succulents available

Watering
Deep, infrequent watering — allow soil to dry completely between waterings

Soil
Well-draining succulent or cactus mix

Frost Tolerance
Frost sensitive — protect below 4°C

Pot Size
Supplied in a 12cm pot

Important Notes

• Shade tolerant: Thrives in lower light conditions — an excellent choice for indoor spaces, shaded patios and spots where other succulents won’t perform
• Smooth variety: Unlike the warty Verrucosa, Glabra has smooth, glossy leaves — a sleek and refined alternative for collectors who love the Gasteria genus
• Very forgiving: Extremely drought tolerant and low maintenance — a great choice for beginner and experienced collectors alike
• Delivery: Delivered across South Africa — please ensure someone is available to receive your plant

Perfect for succulent collectors, container gardens, and decorative plant displays.