Aloe Species

Aloeacutissima

Family
Asphodelaceae (as-foh-del-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Aloe (AL-oh)
Species
acutissima (ak-yoo-TISS-ee-muh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Red
Bloom Time
Mid Winter
Other Details
Category
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Blue-Green
Burgundy/Maroon
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Gilbert, Arizona

Hayward, California

Los Angeles, California

Reseda, California

Spring Valley, California

Vista, California(9 reports)

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Gardener's Notes:

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positives
0
neutral
0
negative
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Spring Valley, CA (Zone 10a) | February 2006 | positive

This plant grows well in full sun in Southern California. It is easily rooted in potting soil with warmth.

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Acton, CA (Zone 8b) | January 2004 | positive

Another great looking Madagascan aloe with lots of color in leaves- purples, pinks, greens, reds. Primary leaf color is pale turquoise, ...Read More

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