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Soap Aloe, Zebra Aloe

Scientific Name: Aloe maculata (Aiton) Haw
Synonym: Aloe disticha, Aloe latifolia, Aloe leptophylla var. stenophylla , Aloe leptophylla, Aloe maculata, Aloe maculosa, Aloe perfoliata var. theta , Aloe perfoliata var. lambda , Aloe perfoliata var. saponaria , Aloe saponaria, Aloe saponaria var. latifolia , Aloe saponaria var. brachyphylla , Aloe saponaria var. ficksburgensis , Aloe saponaria var. saponaria , Aloe umbellata
Family: Asphodelaceae

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

Frost Tolerance: The leaf tips get damaged below 28°F (-2°C), the early blossoms can also get damaged

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: Widespread from the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa to Zimbabwe

Growth Habits: Short stemmed, clumping rosettes to 16 inches in diameter, 18 inches tall (45 cm)

Watering Needs: Little to regular water, needs good drainage

Propagation: Offsets, clumps heavily

Aloe saponaria is one of the most common species, stemless with spotted leaves and yellow to pink, orange or red flowers. Contrarily to Aloe vera, its sap should not be used on the skin, as it is irritating and can provoke dermatitis in sensitive people.

Blooming Habits:
The Soap Aloe has orange flowers, that come in several flushes in early spring and summer.

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