Plants in genus aloe
Aloe ferox
Aloe ferox is a tall, single-stemmed succulent native to southern Africa, reaching heights of up to 10 feet. Known for its thick, fleshy leaves arranged in rosettes with reddish-brown spines, it produces striking orange or red flowers on multi-branched inflorescences. This plant is used both medicinally and cosmetically, yielding a non-bitter gel. Aloe ferox thrives in dry-tropical climates with full sun and well-drained, sandy-loamy soils. It is often confused with Aloe excelsa but can be distinguished by its compact, erect leaves and dense cylindrical racemes.
Aloe maculata
Aloe maculata, also known as soap aloe, is native to Southern Africa and features leaves with distinctive 'H-shaped' spots. It produces flowers in a flat-topped raceme and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to attract pollinators.
Aloe cooperi
Aloe cooperi, native to Southern Africa, is valued for its cultural significance to the Zulu people. It features narrow, green leaves with white bumps and produces coral-orange flowers in midsummer. The plant attracts nectar-feeding birds and has edible young shoots and flowers.
Aloe pearsonii
Aloe pearsonii, known as Pearson's aloe, is a critically endangered succulent native to the Richtersveld area of South Africa and Namibia. It features rigidly erect stems with thick, re-curved leaves that turn red in dry months. This slow-growing aloe blooms in summer with red or yellow flowers and thrives in well-drained soil with full to partial sun exposure.
Aloe purpurea 'Sunshine'
Aloe purpurea 'Sunshine' is a durable plant with thin, vibrant leaves that resemble a palm. It thrives in a wide range of environments and grows strongly upright with long variegated leaves. This plant is a striking addition to any collection, offering both visual appeal and resilience.
Aloe comptonii
Aloe comptonii, native to South Africa, is a short-stemmed or stemless plant with large compact rosettes of blue-green leaves with toothed margins. It produces red pendulous flowers from August to January, making it a striking addition to any garden.
Aloe capitata var. quartziticola
Aloe capitata var. quartziticola is a succulent native to Madagascar, known for its milky blue-gray stemless rosettes that can reach up to 2 feet across. Sun exposure can turn the plant purplish, and its margins have small triangular dark red teeth. This plant thrives in full sun and is a striking addition to succulent gardens.
Aloe 'White Fox'
Aloe 'White Fox' is a dwarf succulent with distinctive green leaves adorned with white markings and salmon-colored flowers. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in bright, indirect sunlight, making it ideal for sunny areas, especially south-facing locations. It requires minimal watering, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings. Known for its adaptability, it can reproduce in various ways, making it a versatile addition to any succulent collection.
Aloe vaombe
Aloe vaombe, also known as Malagasy tree aloe, is a large succulent that can grow up to 12 feet tall. It features rich red leaves in winter and produces orange-red flowers in mid-winter, thriving in full sun and drought conditions.
Aloe wickensii
Aloe wickensii is a slow-growing succulent from South Africa, reaching 2-3 inches in height. It blooms mid-winter with reddish-yellow flowers and requires frequent summer watering. This plant prefers loamy sand soil and full sun to partial shade.
Aloe cameronii
Aloe cameronii, native to Malawi and Zimbabwe, is a drought-tolerant plant that requires sunny areas and well-draining soil. It needs little watering and can withstand drought periods between waterings.
Aloe africana
Aloe africana is a small, tree-like succulent native to South Africa, known for its striking orange to yellow flowers that bloom in winter to early spring. It can grow up to 6 feet tall and features grayish blue-green leaves with sharp red teeth. This aloe adapts well to various conditions and is often found in association with other aloe species.
Aloe marlothii
Aloe marlothii, also known as Mountain Aloe, is a large, single-stemmed succulent native to Southern Africa. It can grow up to 10 feet tall and features gray-green leaves with reddish-brown spines. The plant is drought-tolerant and hardy to 20°F, making it suitable for dry climates. Its flowers, which bloom in winter, vary in color from yellow to bright red and are borne on distinctively horizontal branches. This aloe is a striking addition to any landscape.
Aloe aculeata
Aloe aculeata is a drought-tolerant succulent native to South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. It grows as a rosette with spines on the leaves and blooms reddish-orange to yellow flowers in mid-winter.
Aloe fosteri
Aloe fosteri, named after Cyril Foster, is a winter-hardy aloe species native to South Africa. It forms a trunkless specimen with thick, fleshy green leaves adorned with white flecks and silver bands, edged with orange-red spines. Bright orange tubular flowers tipped in yellow bloom on this plant, which requires a dry, well-drained site in winter. Its sap is traditionally used to treat wounds.
Aloe peglerae
Aloe peglerae, also known as the 'fez aloe', is an endangered succulent native to South Africa. It forms a compact, spherical rosette of glaucous leaves, typically reaching 7 to 15 inches in height. This aloe blooms in July and August, producing a single cylindrical spike of dull to deep red tubular flowers. It is drought-resistant and prefers sandy, well-drained soil, thriving in light shade or indirect light. Aloe peglerae is a slow-growing plant with slight frost tolerance, making it a unique addition to succulent collections.
Aloe juvenna
Aloe juvenna, also known as Tiger Tooth Aloe, is a miniature succulent native to Kenya. It features compact triangular leaves with cream-white spots and small teeth along the margins. This drought-resistant plant thrives in bright light and well-draining soil.
Aloe polyphylla
Aloe polyphylla, native to the high mountains of Lesotho, is an evergreen succulent known for its symmetrical spiral growth. It features fat, serrated leaves and blooms with red to salmon pink flowers in summer. This plant is endangered in its natural habitat and requires well-drained soil.
Aloe perfoliata
This hardy, drought-tolerant plant reproduces in numerous ways and requires ample light, preferably in sunny areas. It needs porous, well-draining soil and little watering, avoiding wet soil and freezing temperatures below 40°F.
Aloe purpurea
Aloe purpurea is a popular tropical indoor plant with long, straplike leaves that feature striking variegation. It adapts well to average room temperatures and bright indirect light, making it easy to care for. Known for its air-purifying qualities, it removes harmful chemicals from the air and serves as a natural humidifier.
Aloe thraskii
Aloe thraskii, also known as Dune Aloe, is a tall, fast-growing aloe native to South Africa's coastal regions. It features large, pale grey-green leaves that curve downwards and produces striking orange and yellow flowers. This aloe can grow up to 13 feet tall and prefers full sun, though it is not completely frost-resistant.
Aloe krapohliana
Aloe krapohliana is a dwarf aloe native to South Africa and Namibia, known for its circular shape and slow growth rate. It grows to about 8-10 inches in height and features tubular orange-red flowers with greenish-yellow tips that bloom in winter. This plant prefers direct sunlight and requires minimal watering, especially during its summer dormancy. It is frost-tolerant and thrives in well-draining, porous soil.
Aloe microstigma
Aloe microstigma is a medium-sized succulent endemic to Southern Africa, known for its leaves that change color under environmental stress. It blooms from late autumn to January with flowers ranging from yellow to red. This easy-to-grow plant tolerates weekly watering in summer and can withstand light frost.
Aloe dhufarensis
Aloe dhufarensis is a succulent perennial plant with solitary, stemless rosettes that can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. It produces tall spikes of red to yellow flowers from April through June. This plant is used in traditional medicine and for cosmetic purposes, adding both beauty and utility to gardens.
Aloe petricola
Aloe petricola, also known as Stone Aloe, is a medium-sized, virtually stemless succulent native to Mpumalanga, South Africa. It features striking blue-green leaves and produces tube-shaped flowers with dark brown anthers and two-tone colors in mid-summer. This plant is drought-resistant and thrives in well-drained soil with a pH ranging from acidic to slightly basic. It grows to a height of 18 to 24 inches and is winter-dormant, making it suitable for rocky locations. Aloe petricola is pollinated by sunbirds and has traditional medicinal uses. It requires full to partial sun exposure and can be propagated through offsets, cuttings, leaves, or seeds. The plant is hardy in zones 9a to 11b and can tolerate temperatures as low as 33°F.
Aloe humilis
Aloe humilis, also known as Spider Aloe, is a low-growing succulent native to South Africa's Cape Province. It forms dense clusters of small, spiny rosettes and blooms with bright orange tubular flowers in spring. This hardy plant can withstand temperatures as low as 10°F and prefers sandy, well-drained soil.
Aloe distans
Aloe distans, also known as 'Jewel aloe', is a small succulent native to South Africa, reaching up to 5 inches in height. It features soft, triangular leaves and blooms with vibrant yellow, orange, or red flowers from March to May. This plant thrives in full sunlight and prefers loamy, sandy, well-drained soil with an alkaline pH. It is suitable for hardiness zones 9a to 11b and can tolerate frost down to 24.98°F. Jewel aloe grows slowly and can be propagated through offsets or seeds, requiring less water in winter and regular watering in summer.
Aloe arborescens
Aloe arborescens, or 'Krantz Aloe', is a slow-growing succulent native to Africa, reaching heights of 6.6 to 9.8 feet. It features sword-shaped leaves and blooms with yellow or scarlet flowers, thriving in partial shade and drought-tolerant conditions.