Cape Speckled Aloe, Aloe brunnthaleri, Aloe juttae
One of the most floriferous Aloes in South Africa, Aloe microstigma (Cape Speckled Aloe) is an evergreen succulent perennial forming solitary or small clumps of beautiful rosettes of blue-green leaves, which turn reddish brown if suffering from environmental stress. The leaves are adorned with conspicuous white spots, contrasting nicely with the reddish teeth along the edges. This Aloe produces several unbranched spikes of flowers, 3 ft. tall (90 cm), red in bud, and open to orange and yellow-orange. Sometimes noted for their bicolor look, the cheerful flowers brighten the dull winter landscape with their towering warm colors reminiscent of flames on candles.
Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
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Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
Plant Family | Xanthorrhoeaceae |
Genus | Aloe |
Common names | Aloe |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Birds |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
Plant Family | Xanthorrhoeaceae |
Genus | Aloe |
Common names | Aloe |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Birds |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Aloe microstigma (Cape Speckled Aloe) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Aloe microstigma (Cape Speckled Aloe) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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