Introducing the Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness', which is a stunning hybrid plant that combines characteristics of both Aloe and Gasteria plants, hence its name 'Gasteraloe'. This unique plant is known for its striking appearance and relatively easy-care requirements, making it a popular choice among succulent enthusiasts.
The Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' is not found in the wild as it is a cultivated hybrid plant. However, it inherits traits from its parent plants, which are native to various regions in South Africa. It has several other common names such as Gasterhaworthia ‘Royal Highness’, Alworthia 'Royal Highness', Gasworthia 'Royal Highness', and Haworthia 'Royal Highness.'
The Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' succulent is characterized by its rosette of thick, fleshy leaves that are often green with white spots or stripes.
The leaves have a unique shape, combining the spiky edges of Aloe plants with the more rounded, smooth texture of Gasteria plants.
This combination gives the plant a distinctive and attractive look.
It grows slowly and produces offsets at the base. The leaves are dark green at first but fade to an attractive purplish color in full sun
They can get up to 12 inches tall and 12 inches wide at the base, and they have a triangular shape with a short, weak bristle tip. Its compact size makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings.
The Royal Highness flowers, bloom in summer on tall stalks. The flower buds are pink below and gray-green above, while the tepals are white with green mid-stripes. While the flowers are not the main attraction of this plant, they add a beautiful touch to its overall appearance.
To care for a Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness', it is essential to provide it with well-draining soil, full sunlight to partial shade for at least 4-6 hours a day, and infrequent watering to prevent root rot. Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' prefers indoor temperatures between 65-75°F and can tolerate outdoor USDA zones 10-11.
It is important to protect this plant from frost and extreme temperatures to ensure its health and longevity. Propagation is typically done through offsets or leaf cuttings, which can be rooted in a suitable growing medium to establish new plants.
Overall, this Gasteraloe Royal Highness plant is relatively low-maintenance and can thrive with minimal intervention, making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced plant enthusiasts.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' |
| Common Name | Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Genus | Gasteraloe |
| Growth Habit | Rosettes |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 12 in. tall, 12 in. wide |
| Native Area | Hybrid of Gasteria x Aloe |
| Plant Type | Hybrid succulent |
| Propagation | By cuttings, offsets |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, pests resistance, heat tolerant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | Succulents potting mix soil |
| Special Features | Easy to maintain |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats |
| Watering Needs | Low |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' |
| Common Name | Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Genus | Gasteraloe |
| Growth Habit | Rosettes |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 12 in. tall, 12 in. wide |
| Native Area | Hybrid of Gasteria x Aloe |
| Plant Type | Hybrid succulent |
| Propagation | By cuttings, offsets |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, pests resistance, heat tolerant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | Succulents potting mix soil |
| Special Features | Easy to maintain |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats |
| Watering Needs | Low |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Introducing the Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness', which is a stunning hybrid plant that combines characteristics of both Aloe and Gasteria plants, hence its name 'Gasteraloe'. This unique plant is known for its striking appearance and relatively easy-care requirements, making it a popular choice among succulent enthusiasts.
The Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' is not found in the wild as it is a cultivated hybrid plant. However, it inherits traits from its parent plants, which are native to various regions in South Africa. It has several other common names such as Gasterhaworthia ‘Royal Highness’, Alworthia 'Royal Highness', Gasworthia 'Royal Highness', and Haworthia 'Royal Highness.'
The Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' succulent is characterized by its rosette of thick, fleshy leaves that are often green with white spots or stripes.
The leaves have a unique shape, combining the spiky edges of Aloe plants with the more rounded, smooth texture of Gasteria plants.
This combination gives the plant a distinctive and attractive look.
It grows slowly and produces offsets at the base. The leaves are dark green at first but fade to an attractive purplish color in full sun
They can get up to 12 inches tall and 12 inches wide at the base, and they have a triangular shape with a short, weak bristle tip. Its compact size makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings.
The Royal Highness flowers, bloom in summer on tall stalks. The flower buds are pink below and gray-green above, while the tepals are white with green mid-stripes. While the flowers are not the main attraction of this plant, they add a beautiful touch to its overall appearance.
To care for a Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness', it is essential to provide it with well-draining soil, full sunlight to partial shade for at least 4-6 hours a day, and infrequent watering to prevent root rot. Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' prefers indoor temperatures between 65-75°F and can tolerate outdoor USDA zones 10-11.
It is important to protect this plant from frost and extreme temperatures to ensure its health and longevity. Propagation is typically done through offsets or leaf cuttings, which can be rooted in a suitable growing medium to establish new plants.
Overall, this Gasteraloe Royal Highness plant is relatively low-maintenance and can thrive with minimal intervention, making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced plant enthusiasts.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' |
| Common Name | Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Genus | Gasteraloe |
| Growth Habit | Rosettes |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 12 in. tall, 12 in. wide |
| Native Area | Hybrid of Gasteria x Aloe |
| Plant Type | Hybrid succulent |
| Propagation | By cuttings, offsets |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, pests resistance, heat tolerant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | Succulents potting mix soil |
| Special Features | Easy to maintain |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats |
| Watering Needs | Low |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' |
| Common Name | Gasteraloe 'Royal Highness' |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Genus | Gasteraloe |
| Growth Habit | Rosettes |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 12 in. tall, 12 in. wide |
| Native Area | Hybrid of Gasteria x Aloe |
| Plant Type | Hybrid succulent |
| Propagation | By cuttings, offsets |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, pests resistance, heat tolerant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | Succulents potting mix soil |
| Special Features | Easy to maintain |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats |
| Watering Needs | Low |
