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Cape Aloe (Aloe ferox)

Aloe ferox, the Cape Aloe, is a large succulent from South Africa, recognized for its tall, unbranched stems and spiny, toothed leaves.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, is essential to prevent root rot.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, is essential to prevent root rot.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Avoid fertilizing in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Medicinal, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.5-3 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Gray-green

Leaf Type

Succulent, lanceolate

Flower Size

2.5-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Aloe galpinii Baker
Aloe horrida Haw.
Aloe pseudoferox Salm-Dyck
Aloe subferox Spreng.
Aloe supralaevis Haw.
Pachidendron ferox (Mill.) Haw.
Pachidendron pseudoferox (Salm-Dyck) Haw.
Pachidendron supralaeve (Haw.) Haw.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsphodelaceae
  • genusAloe
  • speciesAloe ferox
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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