Aloe peglerae
Aloe
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Aloe (Aloe peglerae) - Description
Aloe peglerae Schönland ("Fez aloe") is a small, stemless South African aloe 300-400 mm in diameter, and 300-400 mm in height. The glaucous leaves are strongly incurved to form a compact, spherical rosette. Inflorescence can be observed in July and August, and usually consists of a single cylindrical spike 300-400 mm tall, occasionally forked.
Aloe (Aloe peglerae) - Blooming
Flowers cluster in the center of the plant. They can come in a number of colors, including red, cream, orange or yellow.
Aloe (Aloe peglerae) - Growth
Aloe should be planted in a place where it will get full sun or light shade. Aloe should also be protected from frost. All species grow in clumps of varying sizes, all with fleshy, pointy leaves surrounding a cluster of flowers.
Aloe (Aloe peglerae) - Planting
They do very well as indoor or outdoor potted plants, but should be protected from frost and very low temperatures.
Aloe (Aloe peglerae) - Pest
Mealybugs. Prone to scale and fungal stem and leaf rots.
Aloe (Aloe peglerae) - Interesting facts
Aloe was first used by the Ancient Egyptians as an element to preserve dead bodies. The effectiveness of the popular species Aloe vera as a wound healer is still controversial. While some evidence suggests that A. vera enhances the rate of healing, others state that it in fact slows down the process. In any case, Aloe vera is used widespread as an herbal medicine. Be warned against excessive ingestion, however, as A. vera can become toxic and has been known to cause kidney dysfunction and hepatitis among other problems.
Aloe (Aloe peglerae) - Soil and irrigation
Aloe requires well-drained soil with little to moderate water.
