Aloe arborescens (Tree Aloe)

Aloe arborescens, Tree Aloe, Krantz Aloe, Torch Aloe

Botanical name: Aloe arborescens

Common names: Tree Aloe, Krantz Aloe, Torch Aloe

Family: Asphodelaceae    (Formerly:Xanthorrhoeaceae)

Subfamily: Asphodeloideae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunDry conditionsModerate waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersThorny or spinyPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant.
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Tree Aloe is grown mainly as an ornamental or as an accent plant, but is also an excellent and impenetrable hedge plant. Established plants will survive a drought quite well, but for the benefit of the plant, water should be provided.


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