Utah aloe
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A clump-forming succulent perennial with grey-green, linear leaves with boldly spiny tips and margins. Urn-shaped yellow flowers are borne in erect panicles to 4m in height
Scientific classification
- Species
- Utah aloe (Agave utahensis)
- Genus
- Agave
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Utah aloe
Distribution map
Southwestern USA
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Culture
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Toxicity
Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of Utah aloe
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Utah aloe care guide
- Let gritty soil dry fully before each deep watering cycle
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Let gritty soil dry fully before each deep watering cycle
Fertilizing
FertilizingVery dilute low-nitrogen succulent feed monthly in warm growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by offsets taken in spring or autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light. When in growth water moderately and feed every two or three weeks with a balanced liquid feed. Keep almost dry in the winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to scale insects
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