Aloe bowiea

Aloe bowiea 

Family: Asphodelaceae.

It is one of the smallest Aloe species. They have a lot of thin leaves that are only a few cm long. The plants tend to clumb over time.It is easy to grow and likes a lot of light.

Sowing instructions: 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: Ex hort.  Harvest: May 2024