Aloe aristata

Common name: Torch Plant, Lace Aloe, אלווי ממולען, אלווי ממולען

Family: Asphodelaceae (Asphodel)

Distribution: S, SE South Africa

Habitat: In mountainous areas at altitudes from 1200-2200 m, mostly 1500 m

Life form: Perennial succulent

Description: Stemless plant, small to large dense groups, 8-10 cm long, green to grey-green leaves with white spots, soft white toothed margins, 20-50 cm tall, orange-red inflorescence with up to 6 branches. This species can tolerate extreme conditions of cold, even snow.

1: • Accession: 0000-4459
2: Africa: Karoo vegetation types and succulents (SAK3) • Accession: 1910-0596/1
3: Africa: Karoo vegetation types and succulents (SAK3) • Accession: 1910-0597/1
4: Africa: Karoo vegetation types and succulents (SAK3) • Accession: 1910-0606/1
5: Africa: Karoo vegetation types and succulents (SAK3) • Accession: 1910-0607/1

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Aloe aristata

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