x Alworthia 'Black Gem'
Also Known As
- Aloe x 'Black Gem'
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 3"-8"
planting zones
- 10a-12
x Alworthia 'Black Gem' plant details
x Alworthia 'Black Gem' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with black and green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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 verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF x Alworthia 'Black Gem'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asparagaceae, cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen black and green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 8 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for x Alworthia 'Black Gem'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
From Solana Succulents. Small dark leaved Aloe/ Haworthia/Aloe bigeneric hybrid. Darkest leaves in cool temps and when soil is dry.
By: Avant Gardens
Gardening facts about x Alworthia 'Black Gem' plant
How to Grow x Alworthia 'Black Gem'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- black
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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