Aloe rivierei

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 2'-6'

planting zones

9a-12

Aloe rivierei plant details

Aloe rivierei is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In winter orange and yellow 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 and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe rivierei

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae, asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe rivierei

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aloe rivierei, native to Yemen and Saudi Arabia, thrives on rocky cliffs and slopes, forming large clumps through prolific offsetting. This shrubby, branching aloe features bright yellow-green, upright rosettes on stalks, with spotted leaves in younger branches and immaculate leaves in mature ones. Its light, bright green leaves have large whitish marginal teeth, resembling cuts from pinking shears. Flowering in winter, its orange-red flowers with yellow mouths adorn compactly conical inflorescences. Little is known about its cold hardiness, but it likely withstands temperatures down to 25°F. Aloe rivierei adapts well to both full sun and partial shade, making it suitable for garden hillsides and slopes in various conditions.

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How to Grow Aloe rivierei

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

Features

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