Aloe montana Schinz
Namibian mountain aloe
Aloe montana is a medium-sized rosette species endemic to the Khomas Highland of Namibia, where it grows on rocky slopes at elevations between 1,600 and 2,000 metres. Its leaves are grey-green with brownish marginal teeth, and its orange-red flowers bloom in the austral winter, adding colour to the arid landscape.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Aloe |
| Growth Habit | Medium rosette, generally solitary |
| Conservation Status | Data Deficient (DD) — restricted distribution in Namibia. |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.0 |
| Type | Rocky, sandy, very well-drained |
Origin & Habitat
Morphology
Grey-green leaves, erect to somewhat spreading, with well-defined brownish marginal teeth.
ecoShort stem, medium rosette that may lean with age.
ecoTubular orange-red flowers in simple racemes on scapes of 60–80 cm.
ecoRobust root system adapted to rocky and well-oxygenated highland soils.
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Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Rocky, sandy, very well-drained
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Propagation Strategy
- 1 Sow in sterile sandy substrate at 25–28 °C.
- 2 Keep slightly moist until germination.
- 3 Carefully transplant to individual pots.
- 4 Gradually reduce watering to harden seedlings.
Requires good ventilation to prevent fungal diseases.
Overwatering during cold periods.
Every 3 years.
Low-nitrogen mineral fertilizer, once in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Moderately toxic if ingested in large quantities.
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"Species rarely documented in cultivation outside specialized collections. Its resistance to night cold distinguishes it from most lowland aloes."
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