Aloe squarrosa

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Prostrate evergreen succulent about 30cm tall, with short stems bearing lance-shaped, strongly recurved, toothed, mid-green leaves speckled white. Unbranched flower stems to 25cm long with tubular red flowers are produced in summer

Scientific classification

Species: Aloe squarrosa (Aloe squarrosa)
Genus: Aloe
Family: Asphodelaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Cactus Succulent
Plant type: 0.1-0.5 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
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Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Ideal temperature

Aloe squarrosa pictures

Distribution of Aloe squarrosa

Distribution map

Socotra

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Culture

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of Aloe squarrosa

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Aloe squarrosa care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by seed as soon as ripe, or propagate by separating offsets in spring or early summer. Root offsets in cactus potting compost

Growing

Grow in loam-based potting compost (JI No.2) with added sharp sand or perlite, in full light with good ventilation. Water to keep the compost lightly moist but not soggy. Water very sparingly when dormant in the winter months. See aloe cultivation for further advice

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