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Taxon
Aloe scobinifolia
Common name:
Somalian Aloe
Family:
Asphodelaceae (Asphodel)
Distribution:
Somalia
Habitat:
On stony, flat gypsum or rocky arid slopes with dwarf scrub on limestone; 1,250-1,800 m
Life form:
Woody succulent
Description:
Solitary or in small groups growing, usually stemless plant; 16-20 rough, olive-green, lanceolate-attenuate, ascending leaves in dense rosettes; pale pink, toothless margins; 60-70 cm high, yellow, orange or scarlet inflorescence with 5-8 branches.
Locations
1:
• Accession: 0000-4487
Area
Individual