This African native grows at a moderate rate, forming an upright rosette of fleshy gray green leaves. The long leaves are succulent and erect, with soft spines on margins. Yellow flower spikes are 2-3 feet tall and occur from late winter to summer. The tubular flowers attract hummingbirds. This aloe thrives in most conditions, ranging from full sun to part shade, although the foliage looks best when protected from intense afternoon sun. Good drainage is essential, and some supplemental summer irrigation is beneficial. Sap from the fleshy leaves is often used to treat burns and abrasions.
Aloe barbadensis (Medicinal Aloe)
Aloe barbadensis
Barbados Aloe, Aloe vera, Aloe perfoliata, Aloe barbadensis, Curaçao Aloe, Bitter Aloes, Medicinal Aloe
This African native grows at a moderate rate, forming an upright rosette of fleshy gray green leaves. The long leaves are succulent and erect, with soft spines on margins. Yellow flower spikes are 2-3 feet tall and occur from late winter to summer. The tubular flowers attract hummingbirds. This aloe thrives in most conditions, ranging from full sun to part shade, although the foliage looks best when protected from intense afternoon sun. Good drainage is essential, and some supplemental summer irrigation is beneficial. Sap from the fleshy leaves is often used to treat burns and abrasions.
| Plant Type | Cactus / Succulent |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 1' - 2' (ft) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (ft) |
| Spacing | 36" (in) |
| Characteristics | Award Winning, Evergreen, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Hedges and Screens, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Salt |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
Image by: Wiki Commons
Image by: Wiki Commons
Image by: Wiki Commons
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