Aloe Aculeata – Collector's Aloe with Red Spines

Aloe aculeata is a particularly attractive Aloe from southern Africa and a fascinating plant for collectors of unusual succulents.

The species is easily recognised by its blue-green to grey-green leaves covered with prominent reddish-brown teeth and prickles. The strongly armed foliage gives this Aloe a very distinctive, almost wild appearance.

The plant offered here comes from my own collection and has been cultivated with moderate fertilisation rather than being forced into rapid growth.

100% organic quality before quantity!

Care

Aloe aculeata loves sun and plenty of light. During summer, it can be placed outdoors on a sunny balcony, terrace or in a sheltered garden position, provided there is no danger of frost.

Water thoroughly during the growing season, but allow the substrate to dry well between waterings. Avoid waterlogging.

During winter, keep the plant bright, frost-free and considerably drier.

A very permeable, well-draining substrate is essential.

Botanical information

Botanical name: Aloe aculeata Pole-Evans
Family: Asphodelaceae
Origin: Southern Africa
Growth: Rosette-forming, potentially clustering
Leaves: Blue-green to grey-green with reddish spines
Light: Very high
Summer: Sunny, preferably outdoors
Winter: Bright, frost-free and dry
Hardiness: Not hardy
Substrate: Very permeable and well-draining
Type: Collector's plant / unusual Aloe

What you receive

You will receive the Aloe aculeata shown in the photographs, in the displayed size.

A fascinating Aloe with character — not difficult to grow, but certainly not an ordinary succulent.

Much joy with your new Aloe aculeata!

TOMs FLOWer CLUB
100% organic quality before quantity.