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Short Leaf Aloe, Kleinaalwyn

Scientific Name: Aloe brevifolia var. brevifolia Mill.
Synonym: Aloe perfoliata var. delta , Aloe prolifera
Family: Asphodelaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 8-9,12-24
USDA: 9-11

Frost Tolerance: Frost resistant in Phoenix

Heat Tolerance: Light shade in Phoenix

Sun Exposure: Light shade or morning sun

Origin: South Africa, Western Cape Province close to the coast in relatively high rainfall areas

Growth Habits: Succulent, heavily clumping, 8-inch (20 cm) rosettes. Up to 18 inches tall (45 cm)

Watering Needs: Moderate water to regular water all year round

Propagation: Offsets, seeds

This aloe has white thorns on the edge of the leaves, and white spots, sometimes raised, looking like thorns, all over the top and bottom of the leaves, looking like thorns are everywhere.

HBG 105

Blooming Habits:
The Aloe brevifolia has red flowers on an unbranched spike, in late spring.

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