Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asphodelaceae

Genus:

Aloe

Species:

Aloe greatheadii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Succulent

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

red, orange, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts vigorously from base after fire damage. Common in fire-prone grassland ecosystems of southern Africa.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily at warm temperatures. Requires well-drained medium and consistent moisture during germination.

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