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Aloe inyangensis

Also Known As

  • Aloe inyangensis 'Christian'
  • Grass Aloe

Plant type

perennial, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Aloe inyangensis plant details

Aloe inyangensis is an evergreen perennial cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe inyangensis

Plant type: perennial cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae, asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe inyangensis

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rare "grass aloe" named for its grass-like leaves. Native to the highland Inyang district of Zimbabwe, it can take some frost.

Gardening facts about Aloe inyangensis plant

How to Grow Aloe inyangensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
    • winter
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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