Aloe longibracteata Pole-Evans
Long-bracted aloe
Aloe longibracteata is a clustering aloe from Limpopo, South Africa, recognizable by its long white bracts that contrast with the orange flowers. It grows on rocky outcrops and bushy grasslands, forming dense colonies. It is a species with restricted distribution but popular among collectors for its decorative appearance.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Aloe |
| Growth Habit | Clustering short-stemmed rosettes |
| Conservation Status | Restricted distribution; conservation status not formally evaluated. |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.5 |
| Type | Sandy-gravelly, well drained. |
Origin & Habitat
Morphology
Lance-shaped green leaves with pale spots, margins with whitish cartilaginous teeth. Arranged in dense rosettes.
ecoShort stems that produce abundant offsets, generating compact colonies.
ecoOrange tubular flowers with conspicuously long white bracts. The racemes are conical and erect.
ecoRobust fibrous roots, adapted to rocky and well-drained soils.
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Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Sandy-gravelly, well drained.
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Propagation Strategy
- 1 Separate offsets with roots.
- 2 Allow cut to dry for 1–2 days.
- 3 Plant in sandy-gravelly substrate.
- 4 Water moderately until established.
The long bracts are its most striking feature; highlight in rock gardens.
Excess watering that rots the base.
Every 2–3 years.
Once in spring with diluted succulent fertilizer.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Moderately toxic if ingested.
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"Its unusually long bracts are a unique diagnostic feature that allows easy field identification."
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