Aloe decurva

Also Known As

Mount Zembe Aloe

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

9b-12

Aloe decurva plant details

Aloe decurva is an evergreen cactus / succulent with bronze, green and red foliage. In winter orange flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe decurva

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, green and red
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe decurva

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

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Gardening facts about Aloe decurva plant

How to Grow Aloe decurva

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- red
- bronze
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen