Aloe parvibracteata Schönland
Small-bracted aloe
Aloe parvibracteata, the small-bracted aloe, is a clustering species from KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It forms colonies of medium rosettes with green to grey-green leaves and orange flowers. The bracts of its inflorescences are notably small compared to other species of the genus, a trait that gives it its name.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Aloe |
| Growth Habit | Clustering, dense colonies of medium rosettes |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (LC) — viable populations in KwaZulu-Natal. |
| pH Target | 5.5–7.0 |
| Type | Sandy to lateritic, well-drained |
Origin & Habitat
Morphology
Lanceolate, green to grey-green leaves with moderately sized reddish-brown marginal teeth.
ecoShort stem producing abundant basal offsets, forming extensive colonies.
ecoTubular orange flowers in conical racemes; bracts very small and membranous.
ecoShallow fibrous root system, adapted to rocky and lateritic soils.
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Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Sandy to lateritic, well-drained
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
- 1 Remove well-formed offsets with sterile tool.
- 2 Allow cut to dry for 2 days in shade.
- 3 Plant in succulent mix or sandy blend.
- 4 Water moderately from the first week.
Excellent for covering large surfaces in dry gardens.
Overwatering causing rosette neck rot.
Every 2–3 years in containers.
Diluted cactus fertilizer, once in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Slightly toxic to pets if ingested.
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"The specific epithet "parvibracteata" refers to the very reduced inflorescence bracts, easily distinguishing it in the field from other clustering species of the genus."
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