Aloinopsis schooneesii L.Bolus
Schoonees' Aloinopsis
Species from Namaqualand (Scholzkloof) described by Louisa Bolus, honouring botanist P.C. Schoonees. Produces rosettes of grey-green or slightly bluish leaves with a surface covered in small whitish warts. Flowers are yellow-orange with darker lines and have a characteristic silky texture. It is a geophyte and survives in extremely poor, stony soils thanks to its taproot.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Aloinopsis |
| Growth Habit | Stemless rosette with taproot; winter-growing |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.0 |
| Type | Quartzitic stony, very nutrient-poor, pH 6.0–7.0 |
Origin & Habitat
Morphology
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Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Quartzitic stony, very nutrient-poor, pH 6.0–7.0
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 3 years in autumn.
Minimal fertilisation once in winter, very reduced dose.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No known toxicity.
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"Originally collected in Scholzkloof, a Namaqualand canyon with exceptional endemic flora. Louisa Bolus named it in honour of botanist P.C. Schoonees of the South African National Herbarium."
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