Aloe divaricatawas first describe by Alwin Berger in 1905 . As with all Madagascan species , it is used as medicine .
Aloe divaricataA.Berger
Aloe divaricatasubsp.divaricata
In habitat, Tsihombe, Madagascar. Derivative of a photo byStephane Philizot. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
Family : AsphodelaceaeSubfamily : AsphodeloideaeGenus : Aloe
The specific name " divaricata " ( pronounced " atomic number 66 - vair - ih - KAY - tuh " ) mean " propagate out " and bring up to the branches of the inflorescence .
Aloe divaricatais native toMadagascar . The subspeciesAloe divaricatasubsp.divaricatagrows in arid bush vegetation on sandy soils and in coastal thickets at elevations from sea level up to 2,600 groundwork ( 800 m ) .
In habitat, Atsimo-Andrefana, Madagascar. Derivative of a photo bynomentsoa. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
Aloe divaricatais a lush plant that may mature as a single - stem Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree or a more or less opened bush . The radical can reach up to 20 feet ( 6 one thousand ) in tallness but are commonly shorter . The stems bear a rosette of tumid or fairly recurve leaves at their ends . The sword - mold leafage can measure up to 3.3 feet ( 1 mebibyte ) long and 2.8 inch ( 7 cm ) widely . They are deadening gloomy - green to reddish or white-haired - purple with striking , carmine , sharp teeth along the margins . As the leaves age , they dry out , turn dark-brown , and curl downward , form a wench around the stem .
During winter , Aloe divaricataproduces coral - red flowers dress in much - branched inflorescences that can reach up to 3.3 foot ( 1 m ) in height . The fruit are green capsule that dry out and split open to release the tiny , dismal browned to dim seeded player .
Light : When growingAloe divaricataindoors , place it in a window with plenty of smart , collateral illumination . Rotate the pot once or twice a calendar week to see all side of the plant find equal lighting . Outdoors , the plant prefers light shade , especially during the hot parts of the solar day .
In habitat, Ihosy District, Madagascar. Derivative of a photo byCORDENOS Thierry. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
ground : majuscule drainage is substantive for growing this plant because too much moisture for an extended full point can cause root guff . Use commercial soil for succulents , ormake your own well - debilitate mix .
Temperature : When temperatures shift below 50 ° F ( 10 ° snow ) , it is metre to bring this plant deep down . It tolerates hotness fairly well but will not go a gruelling icing . Aloe divaricatagrows best inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones9b to 11b , with average minimal winter temperatures ranging from 25 ° F to 50 ° F ( -3.9 ° C to 10 ° hundred ) .
lachrymation : This plant life needs regular tearing , but can tolerate drought conditions for short periods . Water deeply , but only when the soil is wholly dry to the touching , and do not permit water stand in the little potato . slue back onwateringduring the winter months .
In habitat, Boeny, Madagascar. Derivative of a photo byjohnnykmcc. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
inseminate : Although it generally does not demand fertilizer , Aloe divaricatawill do good from extra nutrients . apply a water - soluble fertilizer dilute to half the recommend strength .
Repotting : Repot only as needed during give . Pick a container that is one size magnanimous and has drainage holes .
Propagation : To propagateAloe divaricata , remove the offset from a mature plant from late spring to early summer . It is also easy to start from seeds . For best results , sow in the seeds during the warm month .
Learn more atHow to Grow and Care for Aloe .
Aloe divaricatais non - toxic to people but is mildly to somewhat toxic to pets .
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