Hedgehog Aloe. An attractive succulent with fleshy blue green leaves and white teeth. Max Height 8cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Min temp 50°F / 10°C. Harmful if eaten.
Aloe humilis
An attractive succulent with fleshy blue green leaves and white teeth
Additional information
| Generic | Aloe |
|---|---|
| Species | humilis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Hedgehog Aloe |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 8cm |
| Family | Agavaceae |
| Spread | 25cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, white |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| 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, Houseplant |
| 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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