Aloe burgersfortensis Reynolds
Burgersfort aloe
Aloe burgersfortensis is a small clustering aloe native to the rocky bushveld around Burgersfort in north-eastern Limpopo (South Africa). Its compact rosettes with spotted grey-green leaves form dense groups among granite outcrops. The orange-red winter flowers attract sunbirds (Cinnyris) of the region.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Aloe |
| Growth Habit | Small clustering cespitose rosette |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.0 |
| Type | Sandy granitic soil, neutral to slightly acidic pH |
Origin & Habitat
Morphology
Leaves 20–30 cm long, grey-green with irregular white spots, white marginal teeth 2–3 mm.
ecoStemless or very short; rosettes form dense clusters from the base.
ecoTubular flowers 3 cm long, bright orange-red, in simple racemes on 35–50 cm peduncles. Flowering June–August.
ecoShort fibrous roots that penetrate between granite crevices.
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Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Sandy granitic soil, neutral to slightly acidic pH
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Propagation Strategy
- 1 Separate offsets from the cluster in spring.
- 2 Allow to dry for 2 days.
- 3 Plant in granitic substrate and water after a week.
- 4 They root in 4–6 weeks.
- 1 Sow in granitic mix at 22–25 °C.
- 2 Keep under bright light and slightly moist.
- 3 Germinates in 2–4 weeks.
- 4 Transplant when 4 cm tall.
Plant in groups of 3–5 rosettes for maximum decorative effect.
Watering in winter during flowering, which shortens the floral period.
Every 2–3 years when the cluster overflows the pot
Very diluted liquid mineral fertilizer, once in spring
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Toxic if ingested.
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"G.W. Reynolds described this species in 1950 from specimens around Burgersfort in the north-eastern Transvaal (now Limpopo); the locality is known today for its citrus production and steel mills."
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