Gasteria carinata var. verrucosa (Mill.) van Jaarsv.

[Saroj Kasaju]

Dear Members,

Location : Kalimpong, West Bengal, India

Date : 06 December 2024

Elevation :  1350m.

Habit : Cultivated

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https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:967502-1

Thank you.

Saroj Kasaju

[Saroj Kasaju]

Thank you.

Saroj Kasaju

[Saroj Kasaju]

[Saroj Kasaju]

[J.M. Garg]

Also check:

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With regards,
J.M.Garg

[J.M. Garg]

Also check:
https://efloraofindia.com/efi/gasteria-obliqua/

Google search AI says:

While both Gasteria obliqua and Gasteria verrucosa are succulents with similar appearances, the key difference lies in the texture of their leaves: Gasteria obliqua has smoother leaves with scattered white spots, whereas Gasteria verrucosa has distinctly rough, warty leaves with prominent white bumps, giving it a more textured look; essentially, "verrucosa" means "warty" in Latin, reflecting this defining characteristic. 

Key points to differentiate: 

• Leaf Texture:

  Gasteria obliqua has relatively smooth leaves with white spots, while Gasteria verrucosa has rough, bumpy leaves with noticeable "warts." 
• Leaf Shape:

  Gasteria obliqua leaves are often described as oblong with a rounded apex, while Gasteria verrucosa leaves can be more triangular-lanceolate. 
• Appearance:

  Gasteria obliqua tends to have a cleaner, smoother appearance, while Gasteria verrucosa looks more rugged due to its warty leaves. 

It appears quite confusing. Pl. decide.

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With regards,
J.M.Garg

[J.M. Garg]

Any further feedback, Saroj ji?

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With regards,
J.M.Garg

[J.M. Garg]

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J.M.Garg

[Saroj Kasaju]

Not yet Mr. Garg.

Thank you.

Saroj Kasaju