An attractive tree-like succulent with red toothed fleshy green leaves. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 1.4m. Flowers June to July. Full sun. Min temp 50°F / 10°C. Harmful if eaten.
Aloe ferox
An attractive tree-like succulent with red toothed fleshy green leaves
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Aloe |
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Species | ferox |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | scarlet |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 2m |
Family | Agavaceae |
Spread | 1.4m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, white |
Flowers From | June, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter |
Border | Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Scale |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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