mountain aloe
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A large succulent with very thorny silver-green leaves forming a robust, fleshy rosette. Rarely in the UK, spectacular yellow-orange flowers are held on almost horizontal branches off the main upright flower stem.
Scientific classification
- Species
- mountain aloe (Aloe marlothii)
- Genus
- Aloe
- Family
- Asphodelaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent
- Plant type
- 2.5-4 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Tufted
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of mountain aloe
Distribution map
Southern Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of mountain aloe
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mountain aloe care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate from seed or leaf cuttings or by separating plantlets from the base
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well-drained soil in full sun. For more advice see houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to scale insects and mealybugs
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