Description
Aloe broomii. Aloaceae. It is a short-stemmed, robust aloe reaching a height of 1.5 m, including the inflorescence. It is usually solitary, but occasionally the heads divide to form groups of up to 3 rosettes. The leaves are green, with reddish brown teeth along the margins, and are arranged in a dense rosette. The inflorescence is a densely flowered, un-branched (simple) raceme 1.0 – 1.5 m long. The flowers are pale greenish yellow and 20 – 25 mm long. The buds are completely hidden behind large bracts that are densely arranged. Sowing : Seeds germinate very well but may damp off if overwatered. Use a mixture of river sand, compost and soil to sow seeds in. Sprinkle the seeds evenly on the surface and cover with a layer of small pebbles. The pebbles help the seedlings to stay upright and prevent damping off. Keep seed tray in a dry warm corner and do not allow to dry out. Transplant the seedlings after one year. Locality: Springfontein. Havest: October 2023
