Aloe Species

Aloebussei

Family
Asphodelaceae (as-foh-del-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Aloe (AL-oh)
Species
bussei (BUS-see-eye)
Synonym
Aloe morogoroensis
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
12-15 in. (30-38 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-Orange
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Burgundy/Maroon
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Regional

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

Los Angeles, California

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

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