|
A miniature small aloe endemic to Madagascar, with very unusual blue
coloration that eventually forms a stem. |
Description: Thin compact and small growing
succulent rosette, usually solitary, 10-12 cm in diameter and eventually
forms a stem.
Leaves: spreading out dark purply blue to slate grey, flat on profile
with many small, thin, warty teeth.
Flowers: The flowers are coral-red with yellow
tips simple and hang loosely from the inflorescence (a 20-30 cm height
raceme) usually one at a time, but multiple flowers per season not
unusual.
Cultivation: Full sun in general or light shade summer. Its
main growing periods are spring and Autumn, This species is dormant in
winter. Keep relatively dry, careful watering is required, as it is
prone to rot if overwatered, especially in the winter months. Tender,
frost protection is required keep it at or around 5°-10°C in
winter.
Propagation: Via offsets or seeds. |
Cultivation and
Mail Sale 
