Aloe branddraaiensis (5 seeds)

Aloe branddraaiensis  (price per 5 seeds)

Family: Aloaceae

It is in the group of spotted aloes and is stemless. The leaves are marked with white flecks which form rather indistinct stripes and armed with sharp brown teeth. They can take on a reddish-brown color when growing out in full sun. The tips of the leaves tend to dry out and die back and can sometimes be twisted. The flower color is a deep red and the flowers appear in winter on several much-branched inflorescences.

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: Ohrigstad. Harvest: June 2024